CNA Practice Test Questions #2

How long should you wash your hands for?

20 seconds

Approximately how many milliliters is in 1 oz?

30 milliliters

Which of these is not true when taking a blood pressure reading: a) the optimum position for the resident is sitting with both feet on the floor b) it is best if the resident does not talk while his or her blood pressure reading is being taken c) blood pressure readings can be a little higher in the mornings d) the optimum position for the resident is lying down with his or her feet elevated

d) the optimum position for the resident is lying down with his or her feet elevated

Which of the following is recorded as the systolic blood pressure: a) the point where the sound is heard b) the point when the pulse is no longer left c) the point 30 mm Hg above where the pulse was left d) the point where the first sound is heard

d) the point where the first sound is heard

Signs of poor circulation are: a) paleness, cold skin, edema b) hot flashes c) perspiration, red skin d) warm, dry, pink skin

paleness, cold skin, edema

Bradycardia:

slow heart rate, a pulse rate below 60

For most residents, normal respiration ranges between: a) 12 to 20 respirations per minute b) 8 to 16 respirations per minute c) 28 to 30 respirations per minute d) 20 to 28 respirations per minute

a) 12 to 20 respirations per minute

Which of the following should be reported immediately: a) a blood pressure of 90/40 b) a pulse of 90 c) respirations of 12 temperature of 99.4

a) a blood pressure of 90/40

The nurse delegates the task of applying Mrs. Veracruz's hot pack. You know that a hot pack is: a) a dry application b) wrapping a body part c) immersing the body part in water d) a soft pad applied to a body area

a) a dry application

The loss of the ability to express one's self is: a) aphasia b) empathy c) verbal communication d) speech therapy

a) aphasia

A client has DVT and has orders by the doctor to apply elastic stockings. The nursing assistant is correct in performing this when she: a) applies the stocking while the client is on bed b) applies the stocking while the client is on the chair c) applies the stocking while the client is on bed and dangles her feet d) applies the stocking while the client is standing

a) applies the stocking while the client is on bed

Wasting or decrease in size of a muscle because of inactivity is called: a) atrophy b) edema c) impaction d) decubitus

a) atrophy

What will NOT prevent healthcare associated infections (HAIs): a) following contamination precautions b) following medical asepsis standards c) following the bloodborne pathogen standard d) following standard precautions

a) following contamination precautions

The most comfortable position for a resident with a respiratory problem is: a) fowler's b) prone c) lateral d) supine

a) fowler's

Which medical position can be described as, "The patients head is elevated with legs either bent or straight": a) fowler's position b) rose's position c) sim's position d) trendelenburg's position

a) fowler's position

Hypertension is a medical term for: a) high blood pressure b) high anxiety c) hyperactivity d) tense muscles

a) high blood pressure

When transferring a resident from a wheelchair to a stationary chair, the nursing assistant should stand: a) in front of the wheelchair b) to the right side of the wheelchair c) behind the wheelchair d) to the left of the side of the wheelchair

a) in front of the wheelchair

Another term for decubitus ulcer is: a) pressure sore b) perforation c) ulcerated cyst d) ulcerated tumor

a) pressure sore

The nursing assistant is aware that the purpose of the elastic stockings is to: a) prevent blood clots b) hold dressings in place c) reduce swelling after injury d) prevent pressure sores

a) prevent blood clots

What is a pulse oximeter used for: a) the amount of O2 in the blood b) the amount of CO2 in the blood c) the amount of CO2 in the patient's lungs d) the amount of O2 in the patient's lung

a) the amount of O2 in the blood

A sitz bath is a wet application for: a) the perineal and rectal areas b) a knee and hip c) a foot and ankle d) a hand and wrist

a) the perineal and rectal areas

A patient has a diagnosis of psoriasis. Her nurse aide should: a) treat her the same as any other patient with a non-infectious disease b) wear a mask when entering the room c) wear gloves for patient care d) avoid contact with the highly contagious lesions

a) treat her the same as any other patient with a non-infectious disease

To minimize the spread of bacteria, further infection and contamination, which procedures should be used for washing the perineum of a resident with a catheter: a) wash from the meatus out b) wash from the rectum to the scrotum c) wash with peroxide d) wash from the rectum to the meatus

a) wash from the meatus out

A normal blood pressure is: a) 180/80 b) 116/70 c) 134/90 d) 80/40

b) 116/70

A resident is supposed to have 240 milliliters of juice every 2 hours. Which of these choices would be the most convenient to meet this requirement: a) 12 oz can of juice b) 8 oz can of juice c) 5 oz can of juice d) 4 oz can of juice

b) 8 oz can of juice

What is an embolism: a) when a blood vessel bursts and bleeds inside of the brain b) a blood clot that moves through the bloodstream, and causes obstruction c) a bubble of air that blocks blood flow in arteries, causing an IV to stop d) when an artery begins to clot due to damage and causes obstruction

b) a blood clot that moves through the bloodstream, and causes obstruction

Transmission-based precautions are: a) part of the standard-based precautions for all residents b) added to standard-based precautions when a resident is known or suspected of having a communicable disease c) only used during times when an epidemic is declared d) not as stringent as other precautions

b) added to standard-based precautions when a resident is known or suspected of having a communicable disease

You palpate your patient's pulse and notice he has an irregular heart beat. Which site should you use to measure his pulse: a) carotid b) apical c) radial d) temporal

b) apical

The nurse asks you to apply a dry, non-sterile dressing. The dressing change causes pain and discomfort. What should you do? a) ask the person to take deep, slow breaths b) ask the nurse when a pain relief drug was given. wait 30 mins to begin c) distract the person during the dressing change d) tell the person that the procedure will not hurt

b) ask the nurse when a pain relief drug was given. wait 30 mins to begin

Drainage bags from urinary catheters should always: a) be fastened securely to the bed frame b) be kept below the level of the bladder c) have their output measured each week d) be changed every shift

b) be kept below the level of the bladder

To lift an object with good body mechanics, the nurse aide SHOULD: a) hold the object away from the body b) bend knees and keep back straight c) keep both feet close together d) lift with abdominal muscles

b) bend knees and keep back straight

When caring for a client who uses a protective device (restraint), the nurse aide should: a) assure the protective device is tight b) check the client's body alignment c) release the protective device once a shift d) assess the client once every hour

b) check the client's body alignment

Which of the following is a correct aspect of making an occupied bed: a) place soiled linen on the floor until the bed has been remade with the clean sheets b) completely strip the bed of dirty linens before applying a clean bottom sheet c) lower the bed to the lowest level when the procedure is complete d) avoid raising the bed rails unless absolutely necessary

b) completely strip the bed of dirty linens before applying a clean bottom sheet

When a nurse assistant applies a warm compress to a resident's body part, the compress is covered with plastic and wrapped in a towel to keep the: a) resident from getting wet b) compress warm c) compress moist d) compress from transferring heat to the body part

b) compress warm

When operating a manual bed, the nurse aide should remember to: a) lock the wheels when the cranks are folded b) fold cranks under the bed c) keep the bed in neutral position d) elevate the clients head at all times

b) fold cranks under the bed

Which of the following is not a sign or symptom of infection: a) fever b) increased appetite c) pain and tenderness d) redness and swelling

b) increased appetite

The recommended position for giving an enema is: a) semi-fowler's b) left sims c) prone d) supine

b) left sims

signs and symptoms of shock: a) increased blood pressure, bradycardia, and flushed skin b) low blood pressure, tachycardia, clammy, pale skin c) absence of respiration and pulse d) hyperventilation

b) low blood pressure, tachycardia, clammy, pale skin

What type of fire can be put out with water: a) chemical b) paper c) grease d) electrical

b) paper

Which of these is the correct step in taking a radial pulse: a) press lightly on the side of the neck with the pads of two fingers b) press lightly against the radial bone with your fingers c) if the pulse rate is erratic, count an extra 90 seconds d) count the number of beats in 30 seconds and then triple it

b) press lightly against the radial bone with your fingers

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

b) prosthesis

Mr. Jones keeps sliding down in bed. The nurse tells you to raise the head of the bed no more than thirty degrees. This position will prevent tissue damage caused by: a) pressure over hard surfaces b) shearing c) poor nutrition d) poor bed mechanics

b) shearing

A pulse can be taken in all of these areas except: a) behind the knee b) the back of the head c) the inner wrist d) the side of the neck

b) the back of the head

The medical abbreviation for "three times a day": a) qid b) tid c) bid d) qd

b) tid

The best use of alcohol-based sanitizer is: a) when helping with catheterization b) when hands are not visibly soiled c) when hands have blood from a cut d) when hands are visibly soiled

b) when hands are not visibly soiled

Mrs.Sparks is an 83 year old female patient who suffers from that late effects of a CVA. She has left sided hemiplegia. This is: a) Rash to the L arm b) L arm contracture c) Paralysis on the left side of the body d) L arm and leg itching

c) Paralysis on the left side of the body

When trimming fingernails, which action is correct: a) Let the fingernails soak for 30 minutes before starting b) Clip the fingernails in a curved shape c) Shape the nails with an emery board or a nail file d) Use scissors

c) Shape the nails with an emery board or a nail file

Range-of-motion exercises are most important for which type of patient to perform: a) a patient with a pulled leg muscle b) a patient who has hypertension c) a patient with hemiplegia d) a patient with depression

c) a patient with hemiplegia

Convulsions are associated with: a) a spasm b) a tear c) a seizure d) a sprain

c) a seizure

Which is correct about ostomy care: a) it is done under sterile technique b) it needs doctor's orders for changing of ostomy pouches c) able clients can perform this procedure by themselves once they have been taught by the nurse d) the client can still defecate normally

c) able clients can perform this procedure by themselves once they have been taught by the nurse

OSHA requires the following measures for contaminated laundry except: a) handle it as little as possible b) wear gloves or other needed OPIM c) bag contaminated laundry in the dirty utility room d) place wet, contaminated laundry in leak-proof containers before transport

c) bag contaminated laundry in the dirty utility room

Which of these examples demonstrates using proper body mechanics when helping to lift a resident in bed: a) bending at the waist, knees locked, using arm muscles to lift b) bending at the waist, knees unlocked, using arm muscles to lift c) bending at the waist, knees partially flexed, using leg muscles to lift d) bending at the waist, knees unlocked, using back muscles to lift

c) bending at the waist, knees partially flexed, using leg muscles to lift

The earliest identifying sign for developing pressure sore is a local: a) swelling b) lowering of temperature c) change in color d) loss of sensation

c) change in color

Mrs. Shumway's nursing care plan lists CHF (Congestive Heart Failure) as her primary dx. (diagnosis). You would expect her ADL routine to include: a) encourage oral fluids b) daily jog around the facility for an hour c) daily am weight measurement placement of the TED hose after ambulation

c) daily am weight measurement

When heat is applied to the skin, the blood vessels: a) narrow b) remain the same c) dilate d) constrict

c) dilate

Incontinence means that the patient is: a) experiencing a disorder that comes with aging b) unable to make decisions c) in need of medical attention d) unable to speak

c) in need of medical attention.

Why is an axillary reading generally lower than the other forms of taking a temperature: a) it is placed deeper in the body b) it is taken for a shorter period of time c) it is not inside of the body d) it is taken at the back of the body

c) it is not inside of the body

On what side should the patient lie for an emena: a) the slide closer to the restroom b) right c) left d) whichever side is most comfortable

c) left left sims position is used for rectal examinations

Which statement is false with regard to taking a rectal temperature: a) the thermometer should be inserted 1-1.5 inches in an adult b) a rectal temperature reading may be slightly higher than an oral temperature reading c) mercury thermometers are preferred for accuracy d) wipe the resident's rectum when finished, if needed

c) mercury thermometers are preferred for accuracy

When making a bed: a) raise the bed to the level of your hips b) do not raise the bed c) raise the bed to the level of your waist d) raise the bed 12 inches

c) raise the bed to the level of your waist

The opening of the colostomy to the outside of the body is called the: a) rectum b) insertion site c) stoma d) none of the above

c) stoma

Of the following symptoms, which is most likely due to an infection in a resident: a) pale skin b) tented skin c) sudden onset confusion d) aphasia

c) sudden onset confusion

Which of the following statements is correct pertaining to binders application: a) breast binders can be applied for breastfeeding mothers to relieve discomfort b) straight abdominal binders are applied when the client is sitting on a chair c) the double T-binder is specifically used for male clients d) when securing a straight abdominal binder, help the client in a side-lying position to close it at the back using safety pins

c) the double T-binder is specifically used for male clients

Which of these is considered an accurate method for counting respiration rate: a) the resident counts to 30 while the nursing assistant counts respiration b) the nursing assistant watches the abdomen while the nurse looks at her watch to time 30 seconds c) the nursing assistant looks at the residents abdomen and a watch at the same time

c) the nursing assistant looks at the residents abdomen and a watch at the same time

A CNA is recording the 24-hour urine output of a patient with kidney issues. What 24-hour urine value would warrant a report to the nurse: a) 800 cc b) 1400 cc c) 1900 cc d) 600 cc

d) 600 cc the normal 24 hour urine output for a patient should be between 800 and 2000 cc.

The medical term for a device with two soft plastic sprongs that attach to a plastic tube delivering oxygen is: a) an oxygen diffuser b) a nasal shunt c) a nasal antihistamine d) a nasal cannula

d) a nasal cannula

What is an infection that involves the whole body: a) a nosocomial infection b) a local infection c) a contagious disease d) a systemic infection

d) a systemic infection

A fracture type bedpan is used for residents who: a) have had hip surgery b) are in traction c) have a back injury d) all of the above

d) all of the above

To obtain the most accurate patient weight, the nursing assistant should weight the patient: a) directly after a meal b) with two different scales c) 3-4 hours after eating d) at the same time every day

d) at the same time every day

A resident has an indwelling urinary catheter. While making rounds, the nurse aide notices that there is no urine in the drainage bag. The nurse aide should: a) ask the resident to try urinating b) offer the resident fluids to drink c) obtain a new urinary drainage bag d) check for kinks in the tubing

d) check for kinks in the tubing

As a CNA, you become an advocate for the residents that you care for. This means that you: a) help them make difficult decisions regarding their care b) ask questions regarding their care c) complain when something that they don't like is done d) communicate their needs when they might not be able to

d) communicate their needs when they might not be able to

A sitting or semi-sitting position with the head of the bed elevated is called: a) lateral b) supine c) prone d) fowler's

d) fowler's

Your patient has a low pulse, seems slightly confused, and has a sweet, fruity-smelling breath. You suspect: a) hypertension b) hypoglycemia c) hypotension d) hyperglycemia

d) hyperglycemia (high blood sugar)

To make sure you give the right care to the right person: a) check the SDS b) follow the person's care plan c) check the label on the person's clothing d) identify the person before giving care

d) identify the person before giving care

When transferring a client, MOST of the client's weight should be supported by the nurse aide's: a) back b) shoulders c) wrists d) legs

d) legs

Disinfection destroys: a) non-pathogens b) bacteria c) all microbes d) pathogens

d) pathogens

Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of an infection: a) stiff and cold joints b) fever c) increased pulse and respiratory rates d) redness and swelling of a body part

d) redness and swelling of a body part

Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) are prevented by the following except: a) medical asepsis b) the immune system c) standard Precautions d) the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard

d) the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard