CNA PROMETRIC ACTUAL EXAM
PRACTICE TEST LATEST VERSION
2026-2027 ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS
|ALREADY GRADED A+
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?
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 states, "Just let me do it myself! Don't touch
me!" What is an appropriate response?
"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
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?
Make eye contact, smile, apologize for the delay and ask how you can help
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?
Refuse to perform the task for patient safety
Performing foot care regularly gives the CNA an opportunity to:
Notice any red areas, wounds, sores, rashes or other abnormalities
,To properly perform the Heimlich Maneuver, you would?
Thrust firmly on the abdomen upward and inward from behind with a cupped fist
Which of the following is a normal sign of aging?
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?
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?
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?
Report the change to the nurse
What is an important step to take before bathing a patient?
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?
Have the patient dangle their legs while sitting on the edge of the bed for several
minutes
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?
Atrophy
Depression among the elderly:
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?
, 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?
Physical needs : Oxygen, water, food, elimination and rest
Which of the following is NOT considered a sign of a potential infection in a
patient?
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?
The CNA should notify the nurse of the changes in the patients level of ability
You are assigned to evacuate bedbound patients from your unit after a fire alarm is
triggered. The fire doors have closed at the end of your hall. Which of the
following is true?
The doors can be opened manually to remove patients, visitors and staff
A CNA overhears a co-worker complaining about a nurse, "She actually told me to
go toilet the patient when she was just in the room and could have done it herself!
She treats me like I am her slave. I'm so over it!" Which of the following
statements is correct regarding this scenario?
The nursing assistant doesn't truly understand her role in the healthcare system
The care plan instructs the nurse aide to dress the resident in a long-sleeve button
up shirt. The nurse aide knows that the resident will be participating in an outdoor
event this morning and feels that the long-sleeve shirt would cause the patient to
overheat, due to the high temperature outside. What is an appropriate action for
this nurse aide?
Talk to the nurse about her concerns prior to dressing the patient
A bed alarm signals when a patient is getting out of bed, so the CNA can:
Assist the patient for safety
PRACTICE TEST LATEST VERSION
2026-2027 ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS
|ALREADY GRADED A+
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?
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 states, "Just let me do it myself! Don't touch
me!" What is an appropriate response?
"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
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?
Make eye contact, smile, apologize for the delay and ask how you can help
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?
Refuse to perform the task for patient safety
Performing foot care regularly gives the CNA an opportunity to:
Notice any red areas, wounds, sores, rashes or other abnormalities
,To properly perform the Heimlich Maneuver, you would?
Thrust firmly on the abdomen upward and inward from behind with a cupped fist
Which of the following is a normal sign of aging?
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?
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?
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?
Report the change to the nurse
What is an important step to take before bathing a patient?
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?
Have the patient dangle their legs while sitting on the edge of the bed for several
minutes
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?
Atrophy
Depression among the elderly:
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?
, 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?
Physical needs : Oxygen, water, food, elimination and rest
Which of the following is NOT considered a sign of a potential infection in a
patient?
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?
The CNA should notify the nurse of the changes in the patients level of ability
You are assigned to evacuate bedbound patients from your unit after a fire alarm is
triggered. The fire doors have closed at the end of your hall. Which of the
following is true?
The doors can be opened manually to remove patients, visitors and staff
A CNA overhears a co-worker complaining about a nurse, "She actually told me to
go toilet the patient when she was just in the room and could have done it herself!
She treats me like I am her slave. I'm so over it!" Which of the following
statements is correct regarding this scenario?
The nursing assistant doesn't truly understand her role in the healthcare system
The care plan instructs the nurse aide to dress the resident in a long-sleeve button
up shirt. The nurse aide knows that the resident will be participating in an outdoor
event this morning and feels that the long-sleeve shirt would cause the patient to
overheat, due to the high temperature outside. What is an appropriate action for
this nurse aide?
Talk to the nurse about her concerns prior to dressing the patient
A bed alarm signals when a patient is getting out of bed, so the CNA can:
Assist the patient for safety
