Prometric CNA Practice Test 2026 – Complete Certified Nursing Assistant Questions and Answers
with Expert Rationales
A patient is recently diagnosed with end stage renal disease. The nurse has educated the patient on diet
modifications. Later, he says that he can't remember what the nurse said and asks you if he should have
pretzels or a candy bar. What is the best response? - (ANSWER)"The nurse is the best to answer that
question. Let me get her for you."
Which of the following settings provides short term care and stabilization for patients with acute (
sudden, immediate and severe) health conditions? - (ANSWER)a hospital
When working with patients that DO NOT have dementia, what is an appropriate communication
method to encourage conversation and support the patient's emotional well-being? - (ANSWER)Asking
open ended questions and avoiding yes/no questions
Mrs. Hopkins was admitted to the nursing home last week after being told that she can no longer live
alone. She has been seen frequently crying and stated that, "It just doesn't feel like home. I hate that
people come in and out of my room all the time without notice. This is my bedroom. I miss my privacy."
What is a measure you can take to help her adjust? - (ANSWER)Make sure her privacy is respected and
knock before entering
When wearing gloves to perform a personal care skill that will expose the CNA to body fluids, when
should the gloves be put on? - (ANSWER)after preparing supplies but immediately before beginning the
skill on the patient
When should you enter a patient's room, he throws a telephone at you and yells at you to get out. He is
pacing, appears agitated and is mumbling to himself. As you retreat toward the door, he lunges at you,
trying to grab your arm. What should the CNA do? - (ANSWER)Leave the room immediately and get the
nurse's attention quickly.
CNAs should promote safety in patient environments by removing? - (ANSWER)Throw rugs
A nurse asks you to perform a task that you haven't been trained for that task, she gets mad and says,
"it's not that hard, just figure it out!". What is an appropriate action? - (ANSWER)Refuse to perform the
task for patient safety
,Prometric CNA Practice Test 2026 – Complete Certified Nursing Assistant Questions and Answers
with Expert Rationales
Performing foot care regularly gives the CNA an opportunity to: - (ANSWER)Notice any red areas,
wounds, sores, rashes or other abnormalities
To properly perform the Heimlich Maneuver, you would? - (ANSWER)Thrust firmly on the abdomen
upward and inward from behind with a cupped fist
Which of the following is a normal sign of aging? - (ANSWER)Muscles weaken and lose muscle tone
A female patient with a history of seizures is admitted to your unit. What is an appropriate action to
take to ensure the patient's safety? - (ANSWER)Report changes in sleep, personality and signs of stress
in the patient to the nurse immediately
A patient with a wound, sore or incision should be monitored for? - (ANSWER)Signs of infection
(redness, warmth, drainage or odor)
A CNA is caring for an elderly patient who seems more confused today. What is an appropriate action? -
(ANSWER)Report the change to the nurse
What is an important step to take before bathing a patient? - (ANSWER)Ask the patient to check the
water temperature
You are assigned to help a patient stand up at the side of the bed. The patient has been confined to bed
for 3 days and is very weak. What is an important safety step to take before assisting the patient to
stand? - (ANSWER)Have the patient dangle their legs while sitting on the edge of the bed for several
minutes
A small fire is noticed in the trash can of a room in a nursing home. After removing the patients from the
room, the CNA would? - (ANSWER)Sound the alarm/alert others to the fire
You are caring for a patient who had a stroke several months ago that resulted in right side weakness.
You have been helping this person dress for several months, when today she appears irritated and
, Prometric CNA Practice Test 2026 – Complete Certified Nursing Assistant Questions and Answers
with Expert Rationales
states, "Just let me do it myself! Don't touch me!" What is an appropriate response? - (ANSWER)"I'm
right here if you need me. Just tell me if you need help."
Which of the following is a POSITIVE non-verbal communication - (ANSWER)Nodding to show
agreement, interest and acknowledgment when another is talking
You are sitting at the nurse's station, charting lunch intake, next to a nurse on the phone when a family
member approaches. You continue to work and do not look up or make eye contact. After a few
moments of silence, the family member says, "Excuse me...." What is an appropriate action? -
(ANSWER)Make eye contact, smile, apologize for the delay and ask how you can help
Patients that are immobile or on bedrest are at risk of muscle tissue decreasing in size or strength due to
lack of use. This is called? - (ANSWER)Atrophy
Depression among the elderly: - (ANSWER)Is often overlooked or unrecognized
A resident complains that something is wrong with his hearing aid and that it is not working as he hands
it to you. What should you do? - (ANSWER)Inspect the hearing aid for cracks and make sure it is turned
on
According to Maslow's Hierarchy of needs, which needs are the most vital and must be met before any
other needs can be achieved? - (ANSWER)Physical needs : Oxygen, water, food, elimination and rest
Which of the following is NOT considered a sign of a potential infection in a patient? - (ANSWER)A
temperature reading of 98.7 degrees Fahrenheit
A patient you are caring for is getting stronger and feels able to transfer himself from bed to chair
without your assistance. Which of the following statement is correct? - (ANSWER)The CNA should notify
the nurse of the changes in the patients level of ability
with Expert Rationales
A patient is recently diagnosed with end stage renal disease. The nurse has educated the patient on diet
modifications. Later, he says that he can't remember what the nurse said and asks you if he should have
pretzels or a candy bar. What is the best response? - (ANSWER)"The nurse is the best to answer that
question. Let me get her for you."
Which of the following settings provides short term care and stabilization for patients with acute (
sudden, immediate and severe) health conditions? - (ANSWER)a hospital
When working with patients that DO NOT have dementia, what is an appropriate communication
method to encourage conversation and support the patient's emotional well-being? - (ANSWER)Asking
open ended questions and avoiding yes/no questions
Mrs. Hopkins was admitted to the nursing home last week after being told that she can no longer live
alone. She has been seen frequently crying and stated that, "It just doesn't feel like home. I hate that
people come in and out of my room all the time without notice. This is my bedroom. I miss my privacy."
What is a measure you can take to help her adjust? - (ANSWER)Make sure her privacy is respected and
knock before entering
When wearing gloves to perform a personal care skill that will expose the CNA to body fluids, when
should the gloves be put on? - (ANSWER)after preparing supplies but immediately before beginning the
skill on the patient
When should you enter a patient's room, he throws a telephone at you and yells at you to get out. He is
pacing, appears agitated and is mumbling to himself. As you retreat toward the door, he lunges at you,
trying to grab your arm. What should the CNA do? - (ANSWER)Leave the room immediately and get the
nurse's attention quickly.
CNAs should promote safety in patient environments by removing? - (ANSWER)Throw rugs
A nurse asks you to perform a task that you haven't been trained for that task, she gets mad and says,
"it's not that hard, just figure it out!". What is an appropriate action? - (ANSWER)Refuse to perform the
task for patient safety
,Prometric CNA Practice Test 2026 – Complete Certified Nursing Assistant Questions and Answers
with Expert Rationales
Performing foot care regularly gives the CNA an opportunity to: - (ANSWER)Notice any red areas,
wounds, sores, rashes or other abnormalities
To properly perform the Heimlich Maneuver, you would? - (ANSWER)Thrust firmly on the abdomen
upward and inward from behind with a cupped fist
Which of the following is a normal sign of aging? - (ANSWER)Muscles weaken and lose muscle tone
A female patient with a history of seizures is admitted to your unit. What is an appropriate action to
take to ensure the patient's safety? - (ANSWER)Report changes in sleep, personality and signs of stress
in the patient to the nurse immediately
A patient with a wound, sore or incision should be monitored for? - (ANSWER)Signs of infection
(redness, warmth, drainage or odor)
A CNA is caring for an elderly patient who seems more confused today. What is an appropriate action? -
(ANSWER)Report the change to the nurse
What is an important step to take before bathing a patient? - (ANSWER)Ask the patient to check the
water temperature
You are assigned to help a patient stand up at the side of the bed. The patient has been confined to bed
for 3 days and is very weak. What is an important safety step to take before assisting the patient to
stand? - (ANSWER)Have the patient dangle their legs while sitting on the edge of the bed for several
minutes
A small fire is noticed in the trash can of a room in a nursing home. After removing the patients from the
room, the CNA would? - (ANSWER)Sound the alarm/alert others to the fire
You are caring for a patient who had a stroke several months ago that resulted in right side weakness.
You have been helping this person dress for several months, when today she appears irritated and
, Prometric CNA Practice Test 2026 – Complete Certified Nursing Assistant Questions and Answers
with Expert Rationales
states, "Just let me do it myself! Don't touch me!" What is an appropriate response? - (ANSWER)"I'm
right here if you need me. Just tell me if you need help."
Which of the following is a POSITIVE non-verbal communication - (ANSWER)Nodding to show
agreement, interest and acknowledgment when another is talking
You are sitting at the nurse's station, charting lunch intake, next to a nurse on the phone when a family
member approaches. You continue to work and do not look up or make eye contact. After a few
moments of silence, the family member says, "Excuse me...." What is an appropriate action? -
(ANSWER)Make eye contact, smile, apologize for the delay and ask how you can help
Patients that are immobile or on bedrest are at risk of muscle tissue decreasing in size or strength due to
lack of use. This is called? - (ANSWER)Atrophy
Depression among the elderly: - (ANSWER)Is often overlooked or unrecognized
A resident complains that something is wrong with his hearing aid and that it is not working as he hands
it to you. What should you do? - (ANSWER)Inspect the hearing aid for cracks and make sure it is turned
on
According to Maslow's Hierarchy of needs, which needs are the most vital and must be met before any
other needs can be achieved? - (ANSWER)Physical needs : Oxygen, water, food, elimination and rest
Which of the following is NOT considered a sign of a potential infection in a patient? - (ANSWER)A
temperature reading of 98.7 degrees Fahrenheit
A patient you are caring for is getting stronger and feels able to transfer himself from bed to chair
without your assistance. Which of the following statement is correct? - (ANSWER)The CNA should notify
the nurse of the changes in the patients level of ability
