Certified Nursing Assistant
MAXE · 4 .HC
Program
★ ★
CNA
Chapter 4 — Basic Nursing Skills
EST. 1987
QUALITY CARE FOR QUALITY LIVING
CNA Chapter 4 — Examination
B A S I C N U RS I N G S K I L LS & R E S I D E N T C A R E
INSTITUTION CNA Certification Program COURSE CODE CNA Chapter 4
PROGRAM Certified Nursing Assistant ACADEMIC YEAR
EXAM TITLE Chapter 4 — Basic Nursing Skills TOTAL QUESTIONS 49 Questions
COURSE TITLE CNA Basic Nursing Skills FORMAT Multiple Choice — Select the
Single Best Answer
EXAMINATION INSTRUCTIONS
▸ Select the single best answer for each question.
▸ Questions cover basic anatomy, physiology, and nursing skills.
▸ Topics include body systems, common conditions, and resident care.
▸ Correct answers and detailed rationales appear below each question.
▸ All clinical data reflects current CNA practice standards.
, SECTION I — BASIC NURSING SKILLS & RESIDENT CARE Questions 1 – 49
1. Which anatomical term means toward the midline of the body?
A. Lateral
B. Medial
C. Proximal
D. Distal
CORRECT ANSWER B — Medial
RATIONALE Medial refers to toward the midline of the body. Lateral means away from the
midline, proximal is closer to the trunk, and distal is farther from the trunk.
2. A resident with AIDS who has nausea and vomiting should eat:
A. Three large meals daily
B. Small, frequent meals
C. Only liquids
D. Only bland foods
CORRECT ANSWER B — Small, frequent meals
RATIONALE Small, frequent meals are recommended for residents with nausea and vomiting
as they are better tolerated and less likely to trigger nausea than large meals.
3. Which anatomical term means the front of the body?
A. Posterior
B. Anterior
C. Dorsal
D. Ventral
CORRECT ANSWER B — Anterior
RATIONALE Anterior means toward the front of the body. Posterior means toward the back.
Dorsal and ventral are also used to describe front and back positions.
, 4. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune illness. With an autoimmune illness, the body's
_____ system attacks normal tissue.
A. Circulatory
B. Nervous
C. Immune
D. Respiratory
CORRECT ANSWER C — Immune
RATIONALE In autoimmune illnesses, the body's immune system mistakenly attacks normal,
healthy tissue. This is the defining characteristic of autoimmune disorders such as
rheumatoid arthritis.
5. Which of the following statements is true of the skin?
A. It only senses pain
B. It feels heat, cold, pain, touch, and pressure
C. It is not part of any body system
D. It only protects against infection
CORRECT ANSWER B — It feels heat, cold, pain, touch, and pressure
RATIONALE The skin is a sensory organ that detects heat, cold, pain, touch, and pressure
through nerve endings. It also protects the body and regulates temperature.
6. What should a nursing assistant do when providing oral care for a resident with cancer?
A. Avoid oral care if the resident is tired
B. Assist the resident with brushing and flossing regularly
C. Only provide oral care once a week
D. Use a hard-bristled toothbrush
CORRECT ANSWER B — Assist the resident with brushing and flossing regularly
RATIONALE Regular brushing and flossing help prevent oral infections and maintain oral
health for residents with cancer, who may be at increased risk for mouth sores
and infections.
MAXE · 4 .HC
Program
★ ★
CNA
Chapter 4 — Basic Nursing Skills
EST. 1987
QUALITY CARE FOR QUALITY LIVING
CNA Chapter 4 — Examination
B A S I C N U RS I N G S K I L LS & R E S I D E N T C A R E
INSTITUTION CNA Certification Program COURSE CODE CNA Chapter 4
PROGRAM Certified Nursing Assistant ACADEMIC YEAR
EXAM TITLE Chapter 4 — Basic Nursing Skills TOTAL QUESTIONS 49 Questions
COURSE TITLE CNA Basic Nursing Skills FORMAT Multiple Choice — Select the
Single Best Answer
EXAMINATION INSTRUCTIONS
▸ Select the single best answer for each question.
▸ Questions cover basic anatomy, physiology, and nursing skills.
▸ Topics include body systems, common conditions, and resident care.
▸ Correct answers and detailed rationales appear below each question.
▸ All clinical data reflects current CNA practice standards.
, SECTION I — BASIC NURSING SKILLS & RESIDENT CARE Questions 1 – 49
1. Which anatomical term means toward the midline of the body?
A. Lateral
B. Medial
C. Proximal
D. Distal
CORRECT ANSWER B — Medial
RATIONALE Medial refers to toward the midline of the body. Lateral means away from the
midline, proximal is closer to the trunk, and distal is farther from the trunk.
2. A resident with AIDS who has nausea and vomiting should eat:
A. Three large meals daily
B. Small, frequent meals
C. Only liquids
D. Only bland foods
CORRECT ANSWER B — Small, frequent meals
RATIONALE Small, frequent meals are recommended for residents with nausea and vomiting
as they are better tolerated and less likely to trigger nausea than large meals.
3. Which anatomical term means the front of the body?
A. Posterior
B. Anterior
C. Dorsal
D. Ventral
CORRECT ANSWER B — Anterior
RATIONALE Anterior means toward the front of the body. Posterior means toward the back.
Dorsal and ventral are also used to describe front and back positions.
, 4. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune illness. With an autoimmune illness, the body's
_____ system attacks normal tissue.
A. Circulatory
B. Nervous
C. Immune
D. Respiratory
CORRECT ANSWER C — Immune
RATIONALE In autoimmune illnesses, the body's immune system mistakenly attacks normal,
healthy tissue. This is the defining characteristic of autoimmune disorders such as
rheumatoid arthritis.
5. Which of the following statements is true of the skin?
A. It only senses pain
B. It feels heat, cold, pain, touch, and pressure
C. It is not part of any body system
D. It only protects against infection
CORRECT ANSWER B — It feels heat, cold, pain, touch, and pressure
RATIONALE The skin is a sensory organ that detects heat, cold, pain, touch, and pressure
through nerve endings. It also protects the body and regulates temperature.
6. What should a nursing assistant do when providing oral care for a resident with cancer?
A. Avoid oral care if the resident is tired
B. Assist the resident with brushing and flossing regularly
C. Only provide oral care once a week
D. Use a hard-bristled toothbrush
CORRECT ANSWER B — Assist the resident with brushing and flossing regularly
RATIONALE Regular brushing and flossing help prevent oral infections and maintain oral
health for residents with cancer, who may be at increased risk for mouth sores
and infections.
