CNA State Board Exam 120 Questions with Verified Answers
Helping persons return to their highest physical and mental function is called?
A.
... [Show More] maintaining independence
B. promoting health
C. preventing disease
D. Rehabilitation - CORRECT ANSWER Rehabilitation
Which provides 24-hour nursing care?
A.Board and Care homes
B. assisted living residences
C.nursing centers
D. residential care facilities - CORRECT ANSWER nursing centers
who controls policy in a nursing center? - CORRECT ANSWER the owner
A health care program for terminally ill person is called? - CORRECT ANSWER Hospice
The nursing team includes - CORRECT ANSWER Nursing assistants, RNS, LPNs/LVNs
Does not include doctors
Who is in charge of the entire nursing staff? - CORRECT ANSWER the director of nursing
nursing assistants are supervised by - CORRECT ANSWER RNS, LPNs, LVNs
The nursing assistants role is? - CORRECT ANSWER is assistant nurses in giving care
Medicare is for?
Medicaid is for? - CORRECT ANSWER persons over the age of 65/
the disabled
A survey team is at your center. A team member asked you some questions. you should - CORRECT ANSWER answer them completely and honestly
What state law affects what nursing assistants can do? - CORRECT ANSWER Nurse practice act, describes education requirements
your nursing assistant certification can be revoked for ? - CORRECT ANSWER performing acts beyond your role
which requires a training and competency evaluation program for nursing assistants? - CORRECT ANSWER OBRA
as a nursing assistant you need a ? - CORRECT ANSWER written job description before employment
who assigns and supervises your work? - CORRECT ANSWER Nurses
you are responsible for? - CORRECT ANSWER completely delegated tasks safely
A task is in your job description... - CORRECT ANSWER you do not need a nurse to delegate the task to you.
you can refuse to perform a task for these reasons - CORRECT ANSWER -task is beyond the legal limits of your role
-task is not in your job description
-a nurse is not available to supervise you
you decide to refuse a task. what should you do? - CORRECT ANSWER communication your concerns with the nurse
OBRA is a? - CORRECT ANSWER Federal law
A son has the legal right to act on his mothers behalf. the son is his mothers legal? - CORRECT ANSWER representative
A daughter wants to read her fathers medical records. what should you do? - CORRECT ANSWER tell the nurse
A resident refuses to have a shower. what should you do? - CORRECT ANSWER tell the nurse
A resident has a phone in his room. He wants to make a phone call. what should you do? - CORRECT ANSWER leave the room
who decides how to style a persons hair? - CORRECT ANSWER the person
residents have the right to? - CORRECT ANSWER -refuse treatment
-contact an ombudsman
-make personal choice
-DO NOT have the right to a private room
residents have the right to be free from the following? - CORRECT ANSWER -abuse
-involuntary seclusion
-neglect
-DO NOT have the right to be free from disease
Who selects activities for a resident? - CORRECT ANSWER the resident
A long- term care ombudsman? - CORRECT ANSWER investigates resident complaints
which actions promote personal dignity? - CORRECT ANSWER -providing privacy during personal care
-making sure the person has needed assist devices
-listening to the person
-knocking before entering the room
-closing the bathroom door when in use
-assisting with bathroom/hygiene preferences
-DO NOT- Restrain the person, move persons items as you prefer
what is the correct way to address a person? - CORRECT ANSWER Hello, Mr. Smith
Ethics is? - CORRECT ANSWER knowledge of what is right conduct and wrong conduct
which is ethical behavior? - CORRECT ANSWER reporting errors
to maintain professional boundaries, your behaviors must? - CORRECT ANSWER help the person
which is a crime? - CORRECT ANSWER -abuse, murder, robbery
-Negligence is not a crime
threatening to though a persons body without the persons consent is? - CORRECT ANSWER assault
restraining a persons freedom of movement is? - CORRECT ANSWER false imprisonment
photos of Mr. Blue are shown to others without his consent this is? - CORRECT ANSWER invasion of privacy
a person asked you if you are a nurse and you answer yes, this is - CORRECT ANSWER fraud
informed consent is when the person - CORRECT ANSWER fully understands all aspects of his or her treatment
what are signs of elder abuse? - CORRECT ANSWER -old and new bruises
-poor personal hygiene
-frequent injuries
-NOT-stiff joints and joint pain
domestic abuse - CORRECT ANSWER one partner has control over the other
you suspect a person was abused what should you do? - CORRECT ANSWER tell the nurse
t/f you wear needed eyeglasses. this helps protect the persons safety - CORRECT ANSWER true
t/f childcare requires planning before you go to work - CORRECT ANSWER true
t/f being on time for work means arriving at the center when your shift begins - CORRECT ANSWER false
t/f your share information about a person with a friends. this is grounds for losing your job. - CORRECT ANSWER true
t/f you must be careful what you say over the intercom system - CORRECT ANSWER true
t/f you do not follow the centers dress code policy you can lose your job - CORRECT ANSWER true
t/f you can use the centers computers for homework - CORRECT ANSWER false
t/f you can keep your cell phone turned on while at work - CORRECT ANSWER false
t/f you must know your centers attendance policy - CORRECT ANSWER True
what will help you do your job well? - CORRECT ANSWER -enough sleep and rest
-regular exercise
-good nutrition
what is good hygiene practices? - CORRECT ANSWER -bathing daily, using deodorant, brushing teeth after meals
-NOT-have long polished fingernails
what is good practice when getting ready for work? - CORRECT ANSWER -ironing your uniform, wearing your name badge, styling hair up and off the collar
-NOT- wear jewelry
when should you ask questions about your job description ? - CORRECT ANSWER during the interview
lying on a job application is - CORRECT ANSWER fraud
when completing a job application you should? - CORRECT ANSWER write neatly and clearly, provide references, give information about employment gaps
-DO NOT- leave spaces blank that do not apply to you
what do employers look for the most? - CORRECT ANSWER dependability
Empathy is? - CORRECT ANSWER seeing things from the other persons point of view
what should you wear to a job interview? - CORRECT ANSWER a simple dress or suit
which is good behavior in a job interview? - CORRECT ANSWER -good eye contact, shaking hands, asking the interviewer questions
-DO NOt- cross your arms and legs
What is the best response to an interview question? - CORRECT ANSWER brief explanations
which statement reflects a good work attitude? - CORRECT ANSWER Im sorry, i didn't know
A co-worker says that a doctor and nurse are dating this is? - CORRECT ANSWER gossip
which is professional speech and language? - CORRECT ANSWER speaking clearly
which is a courteous act? - CORRECT ANSWER -Saying please and thank you
-saying im sorry
-complimenting others
-DO NOT- wanting others to open the doors for you
you are on a break you should/ can - CORRECT ANSWER -make personal phone calls, family members can meet you, nurse needs to know tht you are off the unit
-DO NOT- take a few extra minutes if needed
when planning your work you should? - CORRECT ANSWER -discuss priories with the nurse
-ask others if they need help
-stay busy
-DO NOT- plan care so that you can watch tv in a persons room
stress is - CORRECT ANSWER normal, affects the whole person, a stressor is an event that causes stress, stress is not always unpleasant
which helps reduce stress - CORRECT ANSWER -exercise, rest, sleep, planning quiet time, having a sense of humor
-DOES NOT HELP- blaming yourself for things you do not do
which is harassment? - CORRECT ANSWER joking about a persons religion, asking for a sexual favor, acting like a disabled person
-IS NOT-using touch to comfort a person
a resignation letter should include - CORRECT ANSWER -reasons for leaving, last day you will work, thank0you to the employer
-DO NOT-problems you had during your work
what are reasoning for losing your job? - CORRECT ANSWER -leaving the job during your shift, using alcohol in the work setting, sleeping on the job
-NOT A REASON- taking a meal break
a person is weighed daily, the measurement is recorded on the? - CORRECT ANSWER flow chart
Kardex is - CORRECT ANSWER type of card file that summarizes information found in the medical record-medications, treatments, and diagnoses
24 hour clock starts at - CORRECT ANSWER 1:00 am is 0100
steps of the nursing process - CORRECT ANSWER -assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation
symptom - CORRECT ANSWER subjective, something the patient tells you but you cannot see EX: pain
sign - CORRECT ANSWER objective, something you can visibly see on the patient EX: dry skin
assessment in the nursing process - CORRECT ANSWER information is collected
the comprehensive care plan is - CORRECT ANSWER the measures to help the person
a person in restraints needs to be checked on every - CORRECT ANSWER 15 mintes
restraints need to be removed at least every - CORRECT ANSWER 2 hours
health care associated infection (nosocomial infection) is - CORRECT ANSWER an infection that develops in a person cared for in any setting where health care is given
temperature for bed bath and perineal care - CORRECT ANSWER 110-115/ 105-109
how many milliliters in a pint? - CORRECT ANSWER 500 ml
how many ounces in a milliliter - CORRECT ANSWER 30
orthostatic hypotension - CORRECT ANSWER is a form of low blood pressure that happens when you stand up from sitting or lying down
t/f a persons left leg is weaker than his right. the person holds the cane on his right side - CORRECT ANSWER true
hypoxia - CORRECT ANSWER cells are not getting enough oxygen, signs are restlessness, dizziness, disorientation
dyspnea - CORRECT ANSWER difficult, labored, or painful breathing
tachypnea - CORRECT ANSWER Rapid breathing, more then 20 respirations per minute
brachypnea - CORRECT ANSWER slow breathing, less then 12 respirations per minute
apnea - CORRECT ANSWER lack or absence of breathing
hypoventilation - CORRECT ANSWER respiration are slow, shallow, sometimes irregular
hyperventilation - CORRECT ANSWER respiration are fast, deeper then normal
cheyne-stokes respirations - CORRECT ANSWER respirations gradually increase in rate and depth, then they become shallow and slow. breathing may stop for 10 to 20 seconds
orthopnea - CORRECT ANSWER breathing deeply and comfortably only when sitting
orthopneic position - CORRECT ANSWER for people who have difficulty breathing, sitting up and leaning over a table to breathe
oxygen devices - CORRECT ANSWER nasal cannula are not removed for eating but masks are. if a mask is removed a nasal cannula is usually used
temperatures - CORRECT ANSWER oral site- 2 to 3 minutes 97.6-99.6
rectal site- 2 minutes 98.6-100.6
axillary site- 5 to 10 minutes 96.6-98.6
tachycardia - CORRECT ANSWER more then 100 beats per minute
brachycardia - CORRECT ANSWER less then 60 beats per minute
glaucoma - CORRECT ANSWER fluid builds up in the eye and causes pressure on the optic nerve
cataract - CORRECT ANSWER clouding of the legs in the eye. cloudy, blurry, dimmed vision
hemiplegia - CORRECT ANSWER paralyzed on one side of the body
paraplegia - CORRECT ANSWER paralyzed in legs and lower trunk
quadriplegia and tetraplegia - CORRECT ANSWER paralyzed in arms, legs, and trunk
angia - CORRECT ANSWER chest pain, from reduced blood flow to the part of the heart muscle, tightness, pressure, squeezing, during in the chest, rest often relieves the symptoms
myocardial infarction - CORRECT ANSWER also known as a heart attack, blood flow to the heart muscle is suddenly blocked
best position for someone with pneumonia - CORRECT ANSWER semi-fowlers, its inflammation and infection of lung tissue
tuberculosis - CORRECT ANSWER is a bacterial infection in the lungs
hepatitis - CORRECT ANSWER inflammation of the liver symptoms and signs are itching, skin rash, diarrhea
delusion - CORRECT ANSWER false belief
hallucination - CORRECT ANSWER seeing, hearing, smelling, or feeling something that is not real
paranoia - CORRECT ANSWER disorder of the mind, person has false beliefs, suspicious about a person or a situation
delusion of persecution - CORRECT ANSWER false belief that one is being mistreated, abused, or harrassed
delusion of grandeur - CORRECT ANSWER exaggerated belief about ones importance, wealth, power, talents
cognitive function includes - CORRECT ANSWER memory, thinking, reasoning, understanding, judgement, behavior [Show Less]