CNA PRACTICE EXAM
when a resident refuses to take blood pressure from cna. correct answerreport this to the nurse.
a cna may share a resident's medical information with which of the following. correct answeronly other
members of the healthcare team
To best communicate with a resident who has a hearing impairment, the cna should. correct answerUse
short sentences and simple words.
If a cna suspects that a resident is being abused,she should. correct answerReport it to the nurse
immediately.
An ombudsman is a person who correct answerIs a legal advocate for resident and helps protect their
right.
To best respond to a resident with Alzheimer's disease who is repeating a question over and over again.
correct answerAnswer questions each time they are asked,using the same words.
with regard to a resident's toenails,a nursing assistant should. correct answerNever cut them.
When providing personal care,the cna should. correct answerProvide privacy for the resident.
Generally,the last sense to leave a dying person is the sense of correct answerHearing
Which temperature site is considered the most accurate? correct answerRectal
How should a standard bedpan be postioned. correct answerWider end aligned with resident's buttocks.
A resident tells a cna that she is scared of dying. how should cna respond. correct answerListen quietly
and ask questions when appropriate.
To prevent dehydration, cna should. correct answerOffer fresh water and other fluids often.
When giving perineal care to a female. correct answerWipe from front to back
If a cna sees a resident masturbating. correct answerProvide privacy for the resident.
In what order should range of motion exercises be done? correct answerThe arms and legs should be
exercised first.
A nursing assistant must wear gloves when. correct answerPerforming oral care.
To best communicate with a resident who has vision impairment. correct answerIdentify herself when
she enters the room.
The first sign of skin breakdown is. correct answerDiscoloration
the following statement is true of normal aging process and late adulthood(65yrs,and older) correct
answerPeople become incontinent.
Clean bed linens promote. correct answerProper rest and sleep
Abdominal thrusts help correct answerRemove blockage from an airway.
A way to prevent unintended weight loss in residents. correct answerHonoring food likes and dislikes.
A way to use proper body mechenics while working(cna). correct answerBending knees while lifting.
to promote a resident's independence dignity during bowel or bladder retraining. correct answerProvide
privacy for elimination.
A resident tells a cna that he wants to wear his gray sweater. correct answerTell him "OK" and assist him
in getting dressed.
A cna should wash her hands. correct answerBefore and after a personal care procedure.
How should soiled bed linens be handled? correct answerBy carrying them away from the cna's body.
purpose of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act(HIPAA) correct answerTo keep
protected health information private and secure.
One safety device that helps transfer resident is called a correct answerTranfer belt
At which site is body temperature most often taken? correct answerRectum(rectal)
Encourage a resident's independence and self-care because doing this. correct answerpromotes body
function
A restraint can be applied. correct answeronly with a doctor's order
A cna can show she is listening carefully to a resident by correct answerfocusing on the resident and
giving feedback.
How many milliliters equal one ounce? correct answer30
With catheters it is important for a cna to remember that correct answerThe drainage bag should be
kept lower than the hips or the bladder
When assisting a resident who has had a stroke. correct answerLead with the stronger side when
transferring.
which stage would a dying resident be if he insists that a mistake was made on his blood test and he's
not really dying. correct answerdenial
The process of helping to restore a person to the highest level of functioning is called correct
answerRehabilitation
A cna hears other cna's discussing a resident. what should she do. correct answerSuggest to the cna's
that this isn't the place to have this discussion.
An oral temperature should not be taken on a resident who has eaten or had fluids. correct answerin
the last 10-20 minutes
How many feet does a quad cane have? correct answer1 feet
A cna can assist can assist residents with their spiritual needs by correct answerListening to residents
talk about their beliefs
The best way for a cna to respond to a combative resident is to correct answerNot take it personally.
When a resident has a right-sided weakness,how should clothing be applied first? correct answerOn the
right side.
When an resident offers a gift to a cna correct answerPolitely refuse the gift
According to OBRA,cna must complete at least how many hours of training. correct answer75 hours of
training and must pass a competency evaluation before they can be employed.
Call lights should be placed. correct answerWithin the resident's reach.
How long should cna's use friction when lathering and washing their hands. correct answer5 seconds
The Occupational Safety and Health Adminstration(OSHA)is a federal government agency that protect
workers from. correct answerHazards on the job