CNA Practice Exams

Which of the following is an effective restraint alternative? A. Side rails on a client's bed B. A geriatric chair with an attached tray table C. Bed and body alarms D. Medication to control behavior

C. Bed and body alarms

Which of the following symptoms should be reported immediately to the nurse in charge? A. Dry, wrinkled skin B. Thinning hair of the scalp C. Bluish color to the lips D. Respiration rate of 16 per minute

C. Bluish color to the lips

Which statement describes a safety measure for a tub bath? A. Turn on hot water and then add cold water B. Remove the cover from a client during the bath C. Check handrails, grab bars and hydraulic lifts D. Adjust the water temperature when a client gets in the tub

C. Check handrails, grab bars and hydraulic lifts

To promote a client's rest, the nurse aide should: A. Keep the lights on B. Ask the client questions C. Decrease the noise level D. Position the client upright

C. Decrease the noise level

How could a nurse aide best communicate with a client who is hard of hearing? A. Use sign language B. Speak quickly and clearly C. Face the client while speaking D. Speak loudly into the client's ear

C. Face the client while speaking

A stool specimen consists of: A. Urine B. Sputum C. Feces D. Blood

C. Feces

A characteristic of a good listener is someone who: A. Provides opinions B. Answers questions quickly C. Focuses on the speaker D. Multi tasks during the conversation

C. Focuses on the speaker

Upon entering a client's room to assist with the client's morning personal care, what should the nurse aide do first? A. Wash hands B. Turn on the light C. Greet the client D. Adjust the head of the bed

C. Greet the client

The nurse aide finds a client non- responsive in the room. CPR is performed for cardiac arrest, which means the client: A. Is pale and has fainted B. Has shallow breaths and weak pulse C. Has no respirations and no pulse D. Is sweating and breathing heavily

C. Has no respirations and no pulse

It is important to rinse off soap well and pat dry when washing clients in order to prevent skin: A. Scratches B. Bruises C. Irritations D. Oiliness

C. Irritations

The nurse aide is caring for a client who has a catheter. The main reason for keeping the drainage bag below bladder level is to: A. Allow the nurse aide to see how much urine is in the bag B. Prevent urine from leaking on the bed linen C. Keep urine from flowing back into the bladder D. Make it easier for the nurse aide to empty the bag

C. Keep urine from flowing back into the bladder

If a family member of a client gives suggestions about care, the nurse aide should: A. Explain that this interferes with routine B. Ignore the suggestion C. Listen to the family member D. Pretend to listen to the family member

C. Listen to the family member

The nurse aide should apply an ordered splint on a client's wrist to: A. Keep elbow straight B. Hold a dressing in place C. Maintain proper alignment D. Assure staff awareness of injury

C. Maintain proper alignment

The purpose of isolating a client who has an infection is to: A. Provide rest for the client B. Carry our proper sterilization C. Protect others from the infection D. Give better nursing care

C. Protect others from the infection

When using a fire extinguisher, the nurse aide knows that PASS stands för: A. Push, alarm, squeeze, sweep B. Protect, aim, squeeze, secure C. Pull, aim, squeeze, sweep D. Pull, alarm, sweep, secure

C. Pull, aim, squeeze, sweep

What is an abnormal sign that should be reported to the nurse in charge? A. Good appetite B. Soft, brown stool C. Rapid respiration D. Pink color to the lips

C. Rapid respiration

The nurse aide will notify the nurse immediately when a client is: A. Experiencing mouth dryness B. Communicating with the primary health care provider C. Reporting pain in the leg D. Requesting to go to bed

C. Reporting pain in the leg

Bowel and bladder training for clients is important for: A. Staff convenience B. Less laundry C. Self - esteem D. Less odor

C. Self - esteem

If a client tends to choke on food, the nurse aide must: A. Have the client eat in the private room rather than the dining room B. Keep a record of all of the clients input and output C. Stay with the client during all meals D. Feed the client all meals and snacks

C. Stay with the client during all meals

Which of the following would be considered an example of battery toward a patient? A. The nursing assistant cleans the resident's glasses B. The nursing assistant asks for permission before touching the resident to assist them to the bathroom C. The nursing assistant bathes the resident without his or her permission D. The nursing assistant keeps a resident isolated from others as a form of punishment

C. The nursing assistant bathes the resident without his or her permission

The nurse aide enters a client's room for morning care. Before providing care, which of the following actions would be best for the nurse aide to take to identify the client? A. Asking the client to state the clients name B. Checking the client's identification bracelet C. Using two sources of identification D. Checking the clients bed number

C. Using two sources of identification

An alert, oriented client has been sexually aggressive toward the nurse aide. What statement would be most appropriate for the nurse aide to make to the client? A. "do not ever do that again" B. "you are not allowed to touch me" C. "you should not touch other people like that" D. "please do not touch me in that manner again"

D. "please do not touch me in that manner again"

Prior to starting a back rub, which observation is most important? A. Does the environment promote relaxation? B. Are there positioning limitations? C. Has the client bathed prior to the back rub? D. Are there signs of skin damage?

D. Are there signs of skin damage?

The nurse aide is asked to move a large box of supplies. The nurse aide is concerned about the heavy weight of the box. The nurse aide should: A. Slide the box from side to side B. Pull the box slowly C. Attempt to lift the box D. Ask another nurse aide for assistance

D. Ask another nurse aide for assistance

The nurse aide can help prevent urinary tract infection (UTI) by: A. Walking the client frequently for toileting B. Dressing the client in silk undergarments C. Restricting the client's fluid intake D. Assisting the client to clean the perineal area

D. Assisting the client to clean the perineal area

It is important to keep the client area clean because: A. Items contaminated with microorganisms require sterilization B. Performing daily morning care can be accomplished more efficiently C. Visitors will have a negative impression of the facility and the quality of care being given to clients D. Basic aseptic techniques break the chain of infection

D. Basic aseptic techniques break the chain of infection

If a nurse aide shares client information with visitors, it would be considered: A. Slander B. Negligence C. Staff gossip D. Confidentiality breach

D. Confidentiality breach

Validation therapy would be used for a client with which type of diagnosis? A. Arthritis B. Parkinson's C. Diabetes D. Dementia

D. Dementia

The nurse aide can help to prevent aspiration in a client receiving a tube feeding by: A. Raising the foot of the bed B. Turning the client to the left side C. Encouraging deep breathing D. Elevating the head of the bed

D. Elevating the head of the bed

After the nurse aide moves a client up in the bed, the client's bed should be: A. As the nurse aide found it B. Next to the door C. Against the wall D. In the lowest position

D. In the lowest position

A client undergoing bowel training has not had a bowel movement in 3 days. The nurse aide should: A. Suggest the client drink more water B. Give the client prune juice C. Give the client an enema D. Inform the charge nurse

D. Inform the charge nurse

An example of client neglect is: A. Restraining the confused client for protection B. Performing range-of-motion (ROM) exercises for an immobile client C. Allowing an independent client to make his or her own bed D. Leaving a dependent client alone in the shower

D. Leaving a dependent client alone in the shower

Which of the following supply is used when giving a back rub? A. Emesis basin B. Alcohol C. Sterile gloves D. Lotion

D. Lotion

The nurse aide is preparing to ambulate a client. To maintain the client's safety, the aide. should: A. Remove all other clients and equipment from the hallway B. Hold on to the client's hand at all times C. Have the client walk on the carpeted portion of the hall D. Make sure the client is wearing footwear with non- skid soles

D. Make sure the client is wearing footwear with non- skid soles

What action should the nurse aide take when the feeding pump alarm sounds? A. Reset the pump B. Alert the dietary manager C. Silence the alarm D. Notify the nurse

D. Notify the nurse

To take a client's radial pulse, the nurse aide places his or her fingers: A. Anywhere on the client's wrists B. On the client's thumb C. On the little finger side of the client's wrist between tendon and bone D. On the thumb side of the client's wrist between tendon and bone

D. On the thumb side of the client's wrist between tendon and bone

When food is served that a client does not like, the nurse aide should: A. Tell the client to eat a little bit of everything B. Remind the client of the importance of good nutrition C. Tell the client to make an appointment with the dietician D. Provide the client with another food choice

D. Provide the client with another food choice

What should the nurse aide do first if a client is sexually inappropriate around others? A. Scold the client B. Gently slap the client's hand C. Put the client in isolation D. Redirect the client

D. Redirect the client

Which of the following statements is true about sexuality and aging? A. Sexuality and desire are lacking B. Sexuality is less important as client's age C. Sexuality becomes limited to physical contact D. Sexuality is a basic part of life, regardless of age

D. Sexuality is a basic part of life, regardless of age

When a client with dementia can not understand basic instructions, a nurse aide can use: A. Written instructions B. Longer words C. A louder voice D. Shorter words

D. Shorter words

Clients with dysphagia have difficulty with which of the following? A. Sitting B. Breathing C. Coughing D. Swallowing

D. Swallowing

A client is receiving oxygen therapy. What is the nurse aide responsible for reporting to the nurse? A. The humidifier is bubbling B. The bottle is ¾ full of water C. The clients pulse rate is 72 D. The client is restless

D. The client is restless

Which of the following procedures should be followed when weighing a client? A. The client's shoes should remain on B. The client's weight should be taken after breakfast C. The client should wait to go to the bathroom until after the weight is taken D. The client should be weighed at the same time each day

D. The client should be weighed at the same time each day

The nurse aide is caring for a group of clients with dementia. The nurse aide understands that these clients are at high risk for accidents because: A. They are well aware of dangerous situations B.Their cognitive abilities still allow them to sense danger C. Their judgement is completely intact D. They may access closets, cupboards, or other unsafe areas

D. They may access closets, cupboards, or other unsafe areas

Good body mechanics should be used to: A. Assist the pull of gravity В. Increase the use of body energy C. Prevent pressure sores D. Transfer the client and prevent injury

D. Transfer the client and prevent injury

To keep the client's hip in proper alignment when positioning the client, the nurse aide should use a A. Foot board B. Hand roll C. Bed cradle D. Trochanter roll

D. Trochanter roll

When ambulating a client, the nurse aide should: A. Stand on the stronger side B. Support the stronger side C. Lead with the weaker side D. Use a gait belt

D. Use a gait belt

When working with a visually impaired client, the nurse aide should? A. Touch the client when entering the room B. Speak to the client in a louder tone C. Choose the clients clothing D. Use the clock method

D. Use the clock method

The nurse aide on duty discovers that a female client has not had her hair shampooed in several weeks. The nurse aide knows that: A. washing the client's hair with a shampoo trough can take place only in the bathroom B. using cool water with the shampoo will be comfortable and relaxing for the client C. shampooing the client's hair is merely a courtesy and not a requirement of client care D. cleaning the client's hair with shampoo will help the client to look and feel more attractive and is important for self esteem

D. cleaning the client's hair with shampoo will help the client to look and feel more attractive and is important for self esteem

An example of an activity that promotes a client's expression of sexuality is: A. A woman shaving her legs or plucking eyebrows B. Dressing the client in a clean hospital gown C. Distracting the masturbating client with an activity D. Monitoring a visit made by the client's husband/wife

A. A woman shaving her legs or plucking eyebrows

A disease state that results from the invasion and growth of microbes in the body is called: A. An infection B. A reservoir C. A source D.A susceptible host

A. An infection

A rehabilitation program will: A. Assist the client in regaining function B. Promote the client's dependence on staff C. Limit the client's decision making D. Delay the client's acceptance of limitations

A. Assist the client in regaining function

It is important to give water to clients because water is: A. Continuously lost through elimination, perspiration, and respiration B. The only true source of nutrition C. One of the basic food groups D. A quick source of energy

A. Continuously lost through elimination, perspiration, and respiration

The nurse aide is providing morning care to a male client. After shaving the clients face with a safety razor, the nurse aide can use after shave to: A. Decrease irritation of the skin B. Stop nicks from bleeding C. Close skin pores D. Soften the skin

A. Decrease irritation of the skin

A legal document communicating a client's wishes about lifesaving care or death is called: A. Do- not- resuscitate (DNR) order B. Advance directive C. End of life care D. Palliative

A. Do- not- resuscitate (DNR) order

The nurse aide has been assigned to perform pulse oximetry on a client, and the reading is 97%. What should the nurse aide do with this information? A. Document the findings in the client's chart B. Increase the oxygen flow rate to the client C. Find another pulse oximetry machine D. Move the probe to another site

A. Document the findings in the client's chart

A nurse aide should assist a client to turn, cough and deep breathe to prevent: A. Fluid in the lungs B. Blood clots C. Bed sores D. Contractures

A. Fluid in the lungs

A male client on complete bed rest has to urinate. The nurse aide should: A. Give the client the urinal and make sure the call light is within reach B. Get a bedside commode and assist the client onto it C. Stand the client beside the bed and hold the urinal for him D. Tell the client that the bed is padded and he should urinate in bed

A. Give the client the urinal and make sure the call light is within reach

When helping an alert client get dressed, the nurse aide should: A. Have the client do as much as possible B. Choose the clothing for the client C. Put clothes on the client's strong side first D. Keep the client flat at all times

A. Have the client do as much as possible

Which of the following muscle groups is used most often when practicing good body mechanics while lifting an object? A. Leg B. Back C. Arm D. Chest

A. Leg

When turning and repositioning the client in bed, the nurse aide should first: A. Move the client to the side nearest to the nurse aide B. Stand with feet together C. Move the bed to the lowest position D. Keep the client's leg straight

A. Move the client to the side nearest to the nurse aide

The nurse aide is helping a newly admitted client to place the client's belongings in the client's personal space. What should the nurse aide do to help the client? A. Record the items brought by the client B. Organize the items by the nurse aide's preference C. Dispose of paper and newspaper clippings for the client D. Arrange furniture by the nurse aide's preference

A. Record the items brought by the client

Which document provides ethical guidelines for the care of clients? A. Residents rights B. Nursing care plan C. Physician orders D. Facility policies

A. Residents rights

Normal stool consistency is: A. Soft, formed, and brown in color B. Soft, formed and clay colored C. Hard, large and black in color D. Hard, small and tarry colored

A. Soft, formed, and brown in color

The nurse aide answers a call light to a client's room where the client is in bed requesting a bed pan. The nurse aide places the client on a standard bedpan. What position is used initially for the client? A. Supine B. Fowlers C. Prone D. Lateral

A. Supine

When communicating with a client who is confused, the nurse aide should: A. Talk in short, simple sentences B. Give long, detailed explanations C. Use sign language D. Avoid speaking to the client

A. Talk in short, simple sentences

Clients can be separated by force from others when: A. They are an immediate threat to others. B. The facility is short staffed C. The family requests it D. The nurse aide feels it is needed

A. They are an immediate threat to others.

Pain is defined: A. By the size of an injury B. According to what the client says C. As observed by nursing staff D. As more intense when near the brain

B. According to what the client says

Which of the following foods would be counted as solid when measuring intake? A. Gelatin B. Apple sauce C. Chicken broth D. Ice cream

B. Apple sauce

During catheter care, a proper infection CONTROL technique would include washing the catheter tubing: A. Toward the client B. Away from the client C. In a circular motion D. In a back and forth motion

B. Away from the client

Why does the nurse aide place a "no smoking" sign in a client's room when the client is on oxygen therapy? A. To discourage smoking because it is hazardous to the client's health B. Because oxygen can cause a fire to ignite if it comes in contact with a spark from a cigarette C. Because smoking is prohibited in the facility D. To remind visitors that the client is on a "no smoking" protocol

B. Because oxygen can cause a fire to ignite if it comes in contact with a spark from a cigarette

The reason the perineum is cleansed before obtaining a midstream or clean catch urine specimen from a client is to: A. Help the client to urinate B. Decrease the number of germs from the area C. Decrease the chance the client will have a bowel movement D. Make the client more comfortable

B. Decrease the number of germs from the area

One sign of dehydration is: A. Increased urine output B. Decreased urine out put C. Skin rash D. Moist skin

B. Decreased urine out put

Which of the following should be included in the nurse aides resume? A. Marital status B. Education history C. Emergency contact D. Religious preference

B. Education history

A nurse aide witnesses a coworker swearing at a client. This is an example of what type of abuse? A. Physical B. Emotional C. Sexual D. Neglect

B. Emotional

A client has been upset and confused since recently being placed in the facility by family. The nurse aide should: A. Encourage the client to stay in the room B. Encourage the client in decisions regarding care C. Tell the family not to visit until the client becomes adjusted D. Tell the client not to worry because everything will be all right

B. Encourage the client in decisions regarding care

To avoid chilling the client during a bed bath, it is most important to: A. Wash the back first B. Expose only one area at a time C. Leave the gown on D. Keep water at body temperature

B. Expose only one area at a time

The client would not be quiet during dinner, so the nurse isolated her in the closet for 2 hours. Which of the following options best identifies this action? A. Involuntary seclusion B. False imprisonment C. Invasion of privacy D. Neglect

B. False imprisonment

A nurse aide refuses to take a client to the activity room because the client did not eat lunch. Which client right has the nurse aide violated? A. Freedom from neglect B. Freedom from exploitation C. Disputes and grievances D. Privacy and confidentiality

B. Freedom from exploitation

A client with advanced dementia should be approached from which direction? A. Left side B. Front C. Behind D. Right side

B. Front

The nurse aide is going to a client's room to give a bed bath and hears the bed alarm activated in another room. The nurse aide should: A. Continue to proceed to the room to give the assigned client a bed bath B. Go to the room where the bed alarm was activated C. Call for help once in the room of the client assigned a bed bath D. Check on the bed alarm after giving the assigned client a bed bath

B. Go to the room where the bed alarm was activated

A dying client tells the nurse aide, "I'm afraid to die alone". What would be the nurse aide's best response? A. "don't worry, we all have to go sometime" B. I'll stay with you as much as I can C. You'll probably outlive us all D. Relax, you're just having a bad day

B. I'll stay with you as much as I can

A possible cause of concentrated urine is: A. Too much exercise B. Inadequate fluid intake C. Too much fluid intake D. Diabetes mellitus

B. Inadequate fluid intake

What should the nurse aide do when a client complains about a roommate? A. Change the subject B. Listen to the client C. Hug the client D. Walk away from the client

B. Listen to the client

A client who enjoys doing needlework reports to the nurse aide that the lighting in the room is poor and the client is having difficulty seeing the handiwork. The first thing the nurse aide should do is: A. Tell the client to get new glasses B. Make sure that the client is using all available light sources C. Inform the clients primary health care provider that the client is losing vision D. Tell the client to find another hobby

B. Make sure that the client is using all available light sources

Which of the following is safest for a client when ambulating? A. Shoes with an open toe B. Non-skid footwear C. Personal slippers D. Shoes with leather soles

B. Non-skid footwear

The nurse aide is assigned to provide hair care to a client. Which of the following statements is true regarding client hair care? A. Female clients with hair loss should wear a head covering B. Physical health can affect the condition of the hair C. Hair washing is done at the beauty shop, not by nurse aides D. Appearance of hair does not affect emotional well being

B. Physical health can affect the condition of the hair

How may the nurse aide best assist a client to exercise citizenship rights? A. Drive the client to the polls to vote on election day B. Refer the client to the appropriate person in the facility to make arrangements for voting C. Call the election headquarters of the client's favorite candidate to make arrangements D. Ask the family to take the client to vote

B. Refer the client to the appropriate person in the facility to make arrangements for voting

The nurse aide can assist a client with bladder training by: A. Reinforcing the understanding that it will be achieved quickly B. Reinforcing the understanding that control of urination is the goal C. Allowing the client to restrict the fluids D. Allowing the client to void as often as requested

B. Reinforcing the understanding that control of urination is the goal

Upon entering a client's room, the nurse aide hears the client moaning and notes the client is rubbing her abdomen. When asked if something is wrong, the client states that everything is okay. What should the nurse aide do? A. Accept what the client says B. Report immediately to the nurse C. Wait for an hour and follow up with the client D. Tell the family what was observed

B. Report immediately to the nurse

The nurse aide has been notified that a client needs to have a 24- hour urine specimen collection. This means the collection: A. Begins when the client first urinates in the morning B. Should be kept chilled on ice or refrigerated C. Can contain toilet paper D. May contain stool

B. Should be kept chilled on ice or refrigerated

The nurse aide has been assigned to provide morning care to a male client who is unable to shave himself. When shaving the client, the nurse aide should: A. Use a straight- edge razor to get a clean shave B. Use short strokes in the direction of hair growth C. Lubricate the skin with cool water to soften the beard D. Place the dominant hand on the clients face to hold the skin taut

B. Use short strokes in the direction of hair growth

What can a nurse aide say to help a client feel more secure with bathing? A. "why are you afraid?" B. Don't worry, we will be done soon" C. "what can I do to make you more comfortable?" D. "this will be done more quickly if you cooperate"

C. "what can I do to make you more comfortable?"

When shaving a client face with a disposable razor, the nurse aide should first apply: A. Aftershave B. Soap C. A warm washcloth D. Lotion

C. A warm washcloth

Guidelines for communicating with people from different cultures include using: A. Firm commands B. A loud voice C. Accepting and nonjudgmental terms D. Slang and uncommon terms

C. Accepting and nonjudgmental terms

The nurse aide can promote self- care in a client by: A. Offering to do the task for the client B. Giving the client a time limit for completing a task C. Allowing the client to perform a task D. Showing what the client did wrong when performing a task

C. Allowing the client to perform a task

Which term refers to creating an environment that is as free as possible of pathogens? A. Hand washing B. Waste disposal C. Aseptic techniques D. Standard precautions

C. Aseptic techniques

A client has a large extended family who visits frequently and brings the client home made meals. This client has no dietary restrictions. The nurse aide responds by: A. Understanding that for many families cooking and sharing traditional family foods can meet nutritional needs and is an expression of love B. Objecting to the large mealtime gatherings because they disrupt the routines of other C. Collecting a list of food and recipe ingredients from the visitors in advance, and reporting the ingredients to the dietitian D. Consulting the clients diet order and counselling the client on appropriate food choices before the visitors arrive

A. Understanding that for many families cooking and sharing traditional family foods can meet nutritional needs and is an expression of love

When working with a client, the client becomes angry. How should the nurse aide DOCUMENT the incident after reporting it to the nurse? A. Use the same words used by the client B. Change the wording to make it sound better C. Do not write anything, as it probably will not happen again D. Let the nurse document the incident

A. Use the same words used by the client

When performing the Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrusts), the nurse aide's hands should be placed: A. just below the rib cage in front of the client's body B. below the rib cage in the middle of the clients back C. around the front of the client's throat D. under each of the client's armpit

A. just below the rib cage in front of the client's body