CNA Practice Test

To reduce transmission of pathogens between people and surfaces

To conserve hospital supplies

To replace the need for personal protective equipment

To shorten patient stay length

Talking about a case in a public elevator using first names

Discussing a resident's condition only with the care team involved in their care

Reading medical records of other residents for learning

Posting recovery updates on social media with initials

Explain the procedure and get the patient’s consent

Lift the patient quickly to save time

Remove the patient’s footwear

Lock the wheelchair brakes after transfer only

Reddened, non-blanching skin over a bony prominence

Dry, flaky skin on forearms

Smooth, even-colored skin over the shoulders

Warm, moist skin in skin folds only

Wait for the nurse to arrive before acting

Perform abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver) as appropriate

Tell them to lie down and breathe slowly

Give the person water to wash it down

Every time the resident eats

Only when the patient complains of discomfort

Once every 24 hours

At least every two hours while in bed

Rely on family member confirmation alone

Identify the patient by clothing color

Assume identity based on room number

Ask the resident to state their name and check their ID band

To ensure the kitchen has enough supplies

To monitor fluid balance and detect changes in clinical status

To document how much the staff interacted with patients

To track which foods residents prefer

Tell the resident they must behave

Pause, speak calmly, and try to redirect or simplify the task

Ignore the behavior and continue

Raise your voice to assert control

Sudden shortness of breath and chest pain

A resident's preference for tea over coffee

Mild long-standing knee pain unchanged for months

A stable long-term skin mole

Position the resident on their side and use suction as needed

Leave mouth care until the next shift

Give them a full glass of water first

Brush teeth vigorously to remove plaque quickly

Bend at the knees, keep the back straight, and lift with legs

Stand with feet close together for balance

Lift quickly to decrease effort time

Twist the torso while lifting to get leverage

Encourage rapid drinking to finish meals faster

Offer only carbonated beverages

Have the resident lie back slightly while swallowing

Offer thickened liquids and ensure upright positioning during meals

It ensures care is individualized and coordinated across shifts

It only applies to new admissions

It allows staff to make major medical decisions

It reduces the need for documentation

Hurry the process to finish quickly

Use loud directives to ensure cooperation

Invite other staff to assist in the room

Provide privacy, explain each step, and preserve modesty

Only the time of day it was taken

The resident's favorite color

Whether the resident prefers sitting or standing

Rate, rhythm, and strength of the pulse

Deny the request because charts are confidential

Inform the nurse or supervisor and follow facility policy for access

Refuse and explain you don't trust their judgment

Hand the chart to them immediately without checking

Tell family to make the decision immediately

Ignore it and perform care later without note

Respect the decision, document refusal, and notify the nurse

Force the care to ensure safety

Increased appetite

Clear skin without wrinkles

Loud speech

Dry mucous membranes and decreased urine output

Restraints should always be padded with heavy materials

Restraints are a last resort and used for the shortest duration necessary

Restraints require no documentation

Restraints can be applied whenever staff are busy

Stand on the weaker side and encourage proper cane use

Push the resident from behind while they walk

Tell them to hold the cane in the strong hand only

Take the cane away to speed up movement

Recommend wearing tight synthetic underwear

Delay toileting for longer intervals

Suggest using scented feminine sprays

Encourage front-to-back perineal hygiene after toileting

Record only when asked by the nurse

Use vague phrases like 'patient fine' frequently

Wait until the end of the week to batch entries

Record care immediately after providing it with objective details

Insist on facility routines over cultural needs

Ignore cultural differences to avoid awkwardness

Assume all residents want the same routines

Ask about and respect the resident's cultural preferences for care routines

Report immediately because these signs may indicate a stroke

Suggest the resident rest for an hour

Give over-the-counter pain medication

Document the complaint and reassess next shift