NNAAP PRACTICE EXAM 2026
COMPREHENSIVE STUDY GUIDE FULL
SOLUTION
⫸ 2. A walker may be used if the client can Answer: A resident must be
able to support some weight before using a walker.
⫸ 3. A cane should be used on Answer: If the cane is not used on the
strong side, the resident may fall.
⫸ 4. A nurse aide is collecting linens for a bed change and drops a sheet
on the floor. What should the nurse aide do? Answer: To prevent
contamination and the spread of microorganisms, the sheet should be put
in the soiled linen hamper.
⫸ 5. When applying a cold treatment to a patient, it is important to
observe the patient closely for signs of Answer: Cyanosis is an
indication of poor circulation, which could lead to tissue death. The
nurse aide should stop the treatment and report it to the charge nurse.
⫸ 6. The purpose of correctly positioning the client is to Answer:
Correctly positioning a patient should prevent skin breakdown, increase
comfort, and maintain the function of joints and muscles.
⫸ 7. A surgical bed should be left in what position? Answer: The bed
should be level with the stretcher. This makes a transfer safer.
, ⫸ 8. The preferred way to remove a bedpan from a client who is unable
to lift her buttocks is to Answer: Turning the resident is the easiest
method, and it is important to hold the pan to prevent spilling the
contents.
⫸ 9. After shaving a patient with a safety razor, the nurse aide should
Answer: Sharps containers are puncture resistant. They are used to
prevent contact with blood borne pathogens.
⫸ 10. When a client complains that his dentures are hurting, the
appropriate action is to Answer: Always bring such complaints to the
charge nurse.
⫸ 11. A nurse aide notices that a water pitcher has spilled onto the floor.
The best action for the aide to perform is to Answer: Take care of spills
immediately, or a patient may be injured while waiting for
housekeeping.
⫸ 12. Upon entering a room, the nurse aide notices that a patient is not
breathing. The aide's first action is to Answer: Call for help to activate
the facility's emergency medical services. Early activation increases the
client's chances for survival.
⫸ 13. A patient is on bed rest, wearing a TED hose. How often should
the hose be removed? Answer: To allow normal blood flow to the lower
extremities, the hose should be removed twice a day.
COMPREHENSIVE STUDY GUIDE FULL
SOLUTION
⫸ 2. A walker may be used if the client can Answer: A resident must be
able to support some weight before using a walker.
⫸ 3. A cane should be used on Answer: If the cane is not used on the
strong side, the resident may fall.
⫸ 4. A nurse aide is collecting linens for a bed change and drops a sheet
on the floor. What should the nurse aide do? Answer: To prevent
contamination and the spread of microorganisms, the sheet should be put
in the soiled linen hamper.
⫸ 5. When applying a cold treatment to a patient, it is important to
observe the patient closely for signs of Answer: Cyanosis is an
indication of poor circulation, which could lead to tissue death. The
nurse aide should stop the treatment and report it to the charge nurse.
⫸ 6. The purpose of correctly positioning the client is to Answer:
Correctly positioning a patient should prevent skin breakdown, increase
comfort, and maintain the function of joints and muscles.
⫸ 7. A surgical bed should be left in what position? Answer: The bed
should be level with the stretcher. This makes a transfer safer.
, ⫸ 8. The preferred way to remove a bedpan from a client who is unable
to lift her buttocks is to Answer: Turning the resident is the easiest
method, and it is important to hold the pan to prevent spilling the
contents.
⫸ 9. After shaving a patient with a safety razor, the nurse aide should
Answer: Sharps containers are puncture resistant. They are used to
prevent contact with blood borne pathogens.
⫸ 10. When a client complains that his dentures are hurting, the
appropriate action is to Answer: Always bring such complaints to the
charge nurse.
⫸ 11. A nurse aide notices that a water pitcher has spilled onto the floor.
The best action for the aide to perform is to Answer: Take care of spills
immediately, or a patient may be injured while waiting for
housekeeping.
⫸ 12. Upon entering a room, the nurse aide notices that a patient is not
breathing. The aide's first action is to Answer: Call for help to activate
the facility's emergency medical services. Early activation increases the
client's chances for survival.
⫸ 13. A patient is on bed rest, wearing a TED hose. How often should
the hose be removed? Answer: To allow normal blood flow to the lower
extremities, the hose should be removed twice a day.
