CNA Practice test questions

A client drinks 240mL of soup, 120mL of coffee, and 90mL of juice for lunch. The client's total liquid intake for lunch is: a) 360mL b) 450mL c) 480mL d) 520mL

b) 450mL

The Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrust) is used for a client who has: a) a bloody nose b) a blocked airway c) fallen out of bed d) impaired eyesight

b) a blocked airway

When ambulating the client, the nurse aide SHOULD: a) ask the nurse for help b) be sure the client is wearing non-skid footwear c) ask a family member for assistance d) walk in front of the client and show the client the way

b) be sure the client is wearing non-skid footwear

Articles contaminated with blood or body fluids should be disposed of in the: a) soiled linen basket b) biohazard container c) soiled utility room d) client's room trash container

b) biohazard container

Dyspnea is a term that refers to difficulty with which of the following? a) urinating b) breathing c) defecating d) swallowing

b) breathing

The Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrust) is used when the client is: a) having a seizure b) choking c) coughing d) having difficulty swallowing

b) choking

What is the FIRST area of a client's body that the nurse aide should wash when providing a bed bath? a) legs b) face c) arms d) chest

b) face

In order to move a client up in bed, the nurse aide SHOULD: a) raise the head of the bed b) get assistance from a coworker c) place the bed in the lowest position possible d) wait until the end-of-shift report

b) get assistance from a coworker

What is the MOST important reason for using a mechanical lift to transfer clients? a) it takes fewer staff to transfer someone b) it is the safest method for clients and staff c) it is faster than other methods d) it is the method that clients like best

b) it is the safest method for clients and staff

When a nurse gives the nurse aide confidential information about a client, the nurse aide should, a) share it with other clients b) keep the information private c) discuss it with other staff members in the break room d) discuss it with the client's family

b) keep the information private

When making an occupied bed the nurse aide SHOULD: a) leave the bed in the lowest position b) make the toe pleat c) leave the bottom sheet untucked d) place soiled lines on the floor

b) make the toe pleat

The health care team member who assists the client's performance of activities of daily living is the: a) social worker b) occupational therapist c) speech therapist d) case manger

b) occupational therapist

The BEST approach for assisting a client who is vision impaired to ambulate in an unfamiliar area is to: a) guide the client by holding the client's arm b) offer an arm to the client c) walk in front of the client d) walk behind the client

b) offer an arm to the client

The nurse aide SHOULD use proper body mechanics in order to: a) keep the nurse aide's weight down b) protect the nurse aide from injury c) keep facility equipment in working order d) make a good impression

b) protect the nurse aide from injury

When giving a bed bath to a the client, the nurse aide SHOULD cover the client to expose only the part of the body being bathed. This is done in order to: a) assist the nurse aide in remembering the order of the bath b) provide the client with privacy and dignity c) keep the bed linen as possible d) make the client aware of which body part

b) provide the client with privacy and dignity

The nurse aide MUST wear gloves when: a) transferring a client b) providing mouth care c) dressing a client d) weighing a client

b) providing mouth care

The role of the ombudsman is to: a) run a group of nursing homes b) work with the nursing home to protect clients' rights c) control the nursing home budget d) prepare classes that nurse aides take to learn about client hygiene

b) work with the nursing homes to protect clients' rights

To promote independence when feeding a client, the nurse aide SHOULD: a) inform the client to drink all the liquids before the solid food b) assist the client in mixing the meat and vegetables together c) allow self-feeding as much as possible d) ask family and visitors to leave the room when the client is eating

c) allow self-feeding as much as possible

The nurse aide has been instructed to place the client in a supine position. The nurse aid SHOULD position the client on the client's: a) abdomen b) left side c) back d) right side

c) back

Which of the following documents would inform the nurse aide of the client's needs? a) policy manual b) procedure manual c) care plan d) resident's bill of rights

c) care plan

A nurse aide is assisting a client with mouth care. Which of the following actions SHOULD the nurse aide take? a) avoid brushing the tongue with the toothbrush b) brush the outer surface of the teeth by using a side-to-side motion c) floss between the teeth moving the floss up and down d) floss the teeth before brushing the teeth

c) floss between the teeth moving the floss up and down

To find out what type of diet the client should be receiving, it would be BEST for the nurse aide to check: a) with the kitchen staff b) on the client's room bulletin board c) in the client's care plan d) with the client's family

c) in the client's care plan

The family members of a client with diabetes mellitus brought the client cookies as a bedtime snack. The nurse aide SHOULD: a) let the client eat the cookies b) convince the client to drink a diet soda instead c) inform the nurse of the cookies d) substitute fruit for the cookies

c) inform the nurse of the cookies

To orient a new client to the facility, it would be BEST for the nurse to: a) inform the client that it is mandatory to participate in activities b) encourage the client to make friends with at least two other clients c) introduce the clients to other clients and staff members d) restrict visits from the client's family during the first month

c) introduce the client to other clients and staff members

The nurse aide has raised the height of the client's bed to provide care to the client, but the nurse aide has forgotten to bring the supplies needed. What should the nurse aide do NEXT? a) instruct the client to lie still b) quickly go to get the supplies c) lower the bed, and place the call light within reach d) ask the roommate to watch the client while the nurse aide gets the supplies

c) lower the bed, and place the call light within reach

The nurse aide should understand that the signaling device MUST be: a) answered after the nurse aide has made care rounds b) placed on the bedside table at the foot of the bed c) placed within the client's reach d) deactivated for clients with dementia

c) placed within the client's reach

The nurse aide SHOULD understand that a back massage: a) causes muscles spasms b) increases blood pressure c) promotes circulation d) increases the heart rate

c) promotes circulation

The purpose for padding side rails on client's bed is to: a) use them as a restraint b) have a place to connect the call signal c) protect the client from injuries d) keep the client warm

c) protect the client from injuries

Which of the following client observations should the nurse aide report IMMEDIATELY to the nurse? a) pink nailbeds b) rectal temperature, 99.6 degrees f c) radial pulse, 110 d) clear, yellow urine

c) radial pulse,110

The MOST important care for a client with a cast is: a) keeping the extremity aligned with the client's body b) keeping the extremity elevated c) report a change in the color, movement and sensation of the client's extremity d) making sure the cast does not become soiled

c) report a change in color, movement and sensation of the client's extremity

Fecal impaction may present with which of the following symptoms? a) dark urine b) excessive flatulence c) small, watery leakage of stool d) abdominal pain

c) small, watery leakage of stool

Techniques that promote good communication include: a) avoiding calling the client by the client's preferred name b) correcting the client when the client forgets a word c) speaking clearly and slowly d) informing the client that the nurse aide has limited amount of time to talk

c) speaking clearly and slowly

If a client expresses anger during care, which of the following would be an APPROPRIATE response for the nurse aide to make? a) Why are you being so mean today? b) You should not say such mean things to people c) I will come back when your bad mood is over d) You seem upset. Would you like to talk about it

d) You seem upset. Would you like to talk about it?

When caring for a vision-impaired client, the nurse aide SHOULD: a) ambulate the client by holding the client's hand and walk in front of the client b) tell the client that the food tray is in front of the client after thee food tray has been delivered c) provide a dimly lit environment for the client d) announce self before touching the client

d) announce self before touching the client

When helping a patient to learn using a cane, the patient nurse aid stands a) about two feet close to the client's strong side b) about five feet far from the client's weak side c) around two feet behind the client d) closely behind the client's weak side

d) closely behind the client's weak side

When collecting a 24-hour urine sample for a client, the nurse aide should request that the client: a) take a bath or shower before starting the urine collection b) select food items that do not contain red meat c) drink 2 L of water d) discard the first voided urine

d) discard the first voided urine

When caring for a client who has a hearing loss, the nurse aide SHOULD: a) speak very loudly and use gestures as much as possible b) let the client use the roommate's hearing aid c) use only written communication with the client d) face the client when speaking to the client

d) face the client when speaking to the client

A nurse aide who wants to demonstrate effective listening skills SHOULD: a) plan what to say next while the client is talking b) show no emotion when listening to the client c) finish the client's sentences for the client d) give complete attention to the client while the client is talking

d) give complete attention to the client while the client is talking

When a client has memory loss or confusion, the nurse aide SHOULD: a) laugh at the client's confused statements b) speak loudly to the client c) ignore the client d) give the client simple step-by-step instructions

d) give the client step-by-step instructions

What should the nurse aide do FIRST when finding out that a client's property has been stolen? a) keep quiet and try to catch the thief b) call the family c) call the police d) inform the nurse

d) inform the nurse

A client asks the nurse aide, "Am I going to die?" Which of the following would be the BEST response for the nurse aide to make? a) you should ask your primary health care provider b) well , we all die someday c) why do you ask a question like that d) is this something you have been thinking about

d) is this something you have been thinking about

The nurse aide is assigned to a client who frequently expresses concerns about the care the client is receiving. When the client begins to express concern, the nurse aide SHOULD: a) remind the client that no one is perfect b) suggest that the client live with family member c) refuse to care for the client until the client stops expressing concerns d) listen carefully to show concern and willingness to help

d) listen carefully to show concern and willingness to help

What is the term for a device used take the place of a missing body part? a) Pronation b) abduction c) external rotation d) prosthesis

d) prosthesis

One of the MOST important tasks in caring for the agitated or confused client is to: a) transfer the client to a mental health hospital for proper care b) request that the nurse administer a tranquilizer for the client c) restrain the client until the primary health care provider examines the client d) protect the client and others from physical harm

d) protect the client and others from physical harm

When working with a client with Alzheimer's disease it is IMPORTANT that the nurse aide: a) speak very loudly b) approach the client from behind c) correct the client every time the client forgets a word d) provide a regular routine for the client

d) provide a regular routine for the client

A client falls and suffers a deep cut on the forehead. What should the nurse aide do NEXY? a) take the client to the hospital b) help the client back to bed c) take the client into the bathroom to wash out the cut d) stay with the client and call for help

d) stay with the client and call for help

Which of the following is the most appropriate time to use a soft toothette? a) when a resident is complaining of a toothache b) when a resident is having a seizure c) when a resident has dentures d) when giving an unconscious resident mouth care

d) when giving an unconscious resident mouth care

How can the nurse aide BEST help the client to maintain independence? a) allowing the client to do as many activities of daily living as possible without assistance b) request that the client's family provide assistance to the client when performing activities of daily living c) do as many activities of daily living for the client as possible d) remind the client to quickly complete activities of daily living

a) allowing the client to do as many activities of daily living as possible without assistance

The nurse aide is assisting a client to the bathroom. After the client uses the toilet, the nurse aide notices red streaks in the client's stool. The nurse aide SHOULD: a) avoid flushing the toilet and report the finding to the nurse b) ask the Dietary department to change the client's diet c) tell the client to report the finding to the primary health care provider d) understand that this is an expected finding in the older adult client

a) avoid flushing the toilet and report the finding to the nurse

When preparing to a meal tray into the client's room, what is the MOST important action for the nurse to take? a) check that the client's name is displayed on the tray card b) make sure the client's favorite foods are present c) Determine if enough fluids have been ordered d) keep all foods covered until eaten

a) check the client's name is displayed on the card

When giving a client a bed bath, it is IMPORTANT for the nurse aid to: a) cleanse the eyes by wiping from the inner to the outer corners of the eyes b) ensure that the water temperature is 140 degrees f c) uncover the whole body so that the lines do not get wet d) wash and dry the skin vigorously

a) cleanse the eyes by wiping from inner to the outer corners of the eyes

While the nurse aide is transporting a client to receive physical therapy, the fire alarm sounds. The nurse aide SHOULD: a) evacuate the client to a safe area b) return the client to the client's room c) transport the client in the elevator to receive physical therapy d) leave the client in the hallway and look for the source of the fire

a) evacuate the client to a safe area

After cleaning the client's denture, the nurse aide SHOULD store the client's dentures: a) in a labeled container b) wrapped in paper towel c) at the nurses' station d) in the utility room

a) in a labeled container

When applying elastic stocking to the client, it would be BEST for the nurse aide to position the client: a) lying down in bed b) dangling the legs from the edge of the bed c) standing at the side of the bed d) sitting in a wheelchair

a) laying down in bed

While the nurse aide is helping a client to shower, the client falls to the floor. What should the nurse aide do IMMEDIATELY? a) report the fall to the nurse b) insist that the client take a bath instead of a shower c) discuss the fall with the client's family member d) inform the client that the client should hold on to the grab bars while showering

a) report the fall to the nurse

A client who is confused refuses to change from sleepwear to other clothes. The nurse aide SHOULD: a) respect the client's refusal and ask the client again later b) insist that the client change clothes c) get another nurse aide to help change the client's clothes d) inform the client that the client cannot leave the room without changing clothes

a) respect the client's refusal and ask the client again later

A new client expressed to the nurse aide, I would love to go to my religious services weekly. What SHOULD the nurse aide do? a) report the client's statement to the nurse b) tell the client's family of the client's wishes c) share this information with another nurse aide to coordinate when to take to take the client d) not share this information because the client's personal wishes should kept private

a

Before taking the oral temperature of a client who has just finished a cold drink, the nurse aid should wait: a) 10-20 minutes b) 25-35 minutes c) 45-55 minutes d) at least 1 hour

a) 10-20 minutes

MRSA is an example of which of the following? a) resistant strain of bacteria that is difficult to treat with antibiotics b) a bacterial strain that is easy to treat with antibiotics c) a mnemonic to remember how to act if there is a fire in the facility d) a set of activity guidelines designed to keep residents safe

a) a resistant strain of bacteria that is difficult to treat with antibiotics

The nurse aide is caring for a client who is dependent. The nurse aide decides to reposition the client every 4 hours, instead of every 2 hours. The nurse aide could potentially be charged with: a) negligence b) battery c) assault d) libel

a) negligence

Which of the following activities is within the role of the nurse aide? a) observing clients for changes in condition b) deciding the staging of a pressure ulcer c) suggesting new special diets to clients d) giving clients spiritual advice

a) observing clients for changes in condition

Exercises that move each muscles and joint are called: a) adduction b) range of motion c)abduction d) rotation

b) range of motion

The nurse aide is taking a client's vital signs. What SHOULD the nurse aide do if the client's pulse oximetry reading is 95%? a) provide oxygen to the client b)record the finding in the client's chart c) move the pulse oximetry sensor to another location d) report the finding to the nurse immediately

b) record the findings in the client's chart

The nurse aide is providing oral care for a client who is unconscious. The nurse aide SHOULD place the client in which of the following positions? a) prone b) side-lying c) fowler's d) modified-trendelenburg's

b) side-lying

After turning and repositioning the client, the nurse aide SHOULD make sure that: a) all side rails are up b) the signaling device is placed within reach c) all pillows have been removed d) the bed is placed in the highest position

b) the signaling device is placed within reach

To avoid pulling the catheter when turning a male client, the catheter tube must be taped to the client's: a) bed sheet b) upper thigh c) bed frame d) hip

b) upper thigh

The nurse aid SHOULD place the client's soiled bedsheets: a) on the bedside table b) on the floor of the soiled utility room c) in a biohazard bag d) in the soiled linen container

d) in the soiled linen container

Frequent turning and repositioning of the client help prevent: a) cyanosis b) indigestion c) coronary disease d) pressure ulcers

d) pressure ulcers

Which of the following is MOST important for the prevention of skin breakdown in the client? a) Air-drying the client's skin b) rubbing lotion on the client's skin c) ambulating the client once a day d) repositioning the client every 2 hours

d) repositioning the client every 2 hours

Which of the following is a correct measurement of urinary output? a) 40oz b) 2 cups c) 300cc d) 1 quart

c) 300cc

Pillows should be used for a client placed in a side-lying position to: a) promote sleep b) decrease pain c) prevent skin breakdown d) decrease edema

c) prevent skin breakdown

A client request that the nurse aide call the client's minister. The nurse aide SHOULD: a) ask the client why the client wants the nurse aide to call the minister b) tell the client that this is not part of the nurse aide's job c) tell the client that the nurse aide will inform the nurse of the client's request d) call the minister

c) tell the client that the nurse aide will inform the nurse of the client's request