CNA Practice Test

To speed up documentation tasks

To replace the need for hand hygiene

To reduce the risk of transmitting infections between staff and patients

To limit communication with family members

Two minutes

At least 20 seconds

Less than one second if using sanitizer

Five seconds

Ignore the refusal and continue with other tasks

Force the resident to comply for safety reasons

Respect the refusal and try again later while documenting the event

Discharge the resident for noncompliance

Slightly dry skin on the arms

A resident mentions missing television shows

A small bruise noted after therapy that was documented earlier

Sudden shortness of breath and chest pain

Avoid moving the resident to prevent discomfort

Keep the resident sitting upright all day

Only use lotion without repositioning

Reposition the resident at least every two hours

Stand on the weak side and support the resident's strong side while pivoting

Lift the resident under the arms without using a gait belt

Pull the resident quickly to the chair to reduce time

Ask the resident to get up unassisted

Ignore attempts at communication

Ask multiple complex questions at once

Speak quickly to finish tasks faster

Use short, simple sentences and give one instruction at a time

Slightly elevated temperature after activity

Resident yawning occasionally

Oxygen saturation drops below 90%

Mild ankle swelling at end of day

Ignore the fear and proceed to avoid delays

Tell the resident the procedure isn't scary and to stop worrying

Listen empathetically, validate feelings, and inform the nurse

Promise there will be no discomfort without checking

Write estimated times later that day without signature

Only chart when asked by the nurse

Ask a coworker to chart for you

Record accurate details promptly and sign with name and title

Leave doors open for better supervision

Ask family to watch for safety while you provide care

Close curtains or doors and cover the body except the area being washed

Remove all coverings immediately to save time

Assist with reminders and observe but never administer without training and authorization

Adjust dosages based on resident complaints

Prepare and give all medications independently

Refuse to be present during medication rounds

Dry mucous membranes and decreased urine output

Frequent loud snoring during sleep

Increased sweating with normal intake

Improved appetite and energy

Put on gown first, then gloves over the gown cuffs

Skip PPE when rushed

Put gloves on first then the gown

Don only gloves without a gown

Use thin liquids exclusively without assessment

Sit the resident upright and feed small bites slowly

Lay the resident flat during feeding

Offer large mouthfuls to finish quickly

Isolate the resident in a locked room

Ignore the behavior until it stops

Use physical restraints to prevent any movement

Identify triggers and use redirection and calming techniques

Rinse it in the resident's room sink without protection

Leave the bedpan and ask housekeeping to remove it

Wear gloves and avoid splashing while emptying and cleaning

Pour contents directly into the sink without gloves

Increased hair growth

Clear urine and improved appetite

Chronic back pain with no other changes

New confusion or sudden change in mental status

Twist your torso while lifting to reach faster

Hold breath while lifting for strength

Bend at the knees, keep back straight, and use leg muscles

Keep legs straight and bend at the waist

Double portion sizes at dinner only

Remove all carbohydrates completely

Offer controlled carbohydrate portions and consistent meal times

Allow unlimited sugary snacks if resident requests

Suggest the resident walk it off

Tell the resident it's normal and continue care

Stop care and notify the nurse immediately

Give over-the-counter tablets without authorization

Wait and see if the resident develops symptoms

Blame another staff member without evidence

Report the error immediately to the nurse and document facts honestly

Hide the error to avoid blame

Resident is lying flat and has noisy, labored breathing

Resident moves slightly but sleeps

Resident dreams loudly

Resident sleeps quietly with regular breathing