OHIO STNA PRACTICE EXAM – REAL EXAM-
QUESTIONS/OHIO STNA PRACTICE EXAM – REAL
EXAM- QUESTIONS
79 Questions – 90 Minutes
GRADED A+
SECTION 1: RESIDENT RIGHTS, DIGNITY & COMMUNICATION
(Q1–Q8)
1. A resident often carries a doll with her, treating it like her baby. One day, she
wanders around crying because she can't find her baby. The nurse aide should:
• A. Ask the resident where she last had her doll.
• B. Ask the activity department if they have another doll.
• C. Offer comfort to the resident and help her look for her baby.
• D. Let other staff know the resident is confused and should be watched closely.
,Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Offering comfort and helping the resident look for her "baby" shows empathy
and helps alleviate her distress without challenging her reality. This is an example of
validation therapy.
2. A nurse aide is asked to change a urinary bag attached to an indwelling urinary
catheter. The nurse aide has never done this before. The best response is to:
• A. Change the indwelling catheter at the same time.
• B. Ask another nurse aide to change the urinary drainage bag.
• C. Change the bag, asking for help only if problems arise.
• D. Ask a nurse to watch the nurse aide change the bag since it is the first time.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Asking a licensed nurse to supervise ensures the procedure is performed
correctly and safely the first time. NAs should never perform a task they have not been
trained to do.
3. Which of the following is a key component of a resident's rights?
• A. The right to be restrained for safety.
• B. The right to privacy and confidentiality.
• C. The right to refuse all visitors.
• D. The right to take medications without a doctor's order.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Residents have the legal right to privacy and confidentiality regarding their
personal and medical information. Restraints require a doctor's order, and residents
cannot refuse all visitors (facilities may have visitation policies).
4. When a resident with dementia becomes agitated, the nurse aide's best
response is to:
, • A. Ignore the resident.
• B. Speak in a calm and reassuring manner.
• C. Use physical restraints.
• D. Turn on the TV to distract the resident.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Speaking calmly and reassuringly helps de-escalate agitation. Ignoring,
restraining, or using distraction without addressing the underlying cause are
inappropriate.
5. What is the most important reason for maintaining resident confidentiality?
• A. To avoid paperwork.
• B. To protect the resident's privacy and dignity.
• C. To save time during shift change.
• D. To follow facility policy only.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Confidentiality is a legal and ethical obligation that protects the resident's
privacy, dignity, and trust. It is mandated by HIPAA and OBRA regulations.
6. Which of the following actions promotes dignity in residents?
• A. Addressing all residents as "honey" or "sweetie."
• B. Allowing residents to make choices about their daily routine.
• C. Performing all care tasks quickly without explaining them.
• D. Leaving the curtain open during care to save time.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Allowing residents to make choices about their daily routine respects their
autonomy and promotes dignity. Addressing residents by their preferred name,
explaining care, and providing privacy are also dignity-promoting actions.
QUESTIONS/OHIO STNA PRACTICE EXAM – REAL
EXAM- QUESTIONS
79 Questions – 90 Minutes
GRADED A+
SECTION 1: RESIDENT RIGHTS, DIGNITY & COMMUNICATION
(Q1–Q8)
1. A resident often carries a doll with her, treating it like her baby. One day, she
wanders around crying because she can't find her baby. The nurse aide should:
• A. Ask the resident where she last had her doll.
• B. Ask the activity department if they have another doll.
• C. Offer comfort to the resident and help her look for her baby.
• D. Let other staff know the resident is confused and should be watched closely.
,Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Offering comfort and helping the resident look for her "baby" shows empathy
and helps alleviate her distress without challenging her reality. This is an example of
validation therapy.
2. A nurse aide is asked to change a urinary bag attached to an indwelling urinary
catheter. The nurse aide has never done this before. The best response is to:
• A. Change the indwelling catheter at the same time.
• B. Ask another nurse aide to change the urinary drainage bag.
• C. Change the bag, asking for help only if problems arise.
• D. Ask a nurse to watch the nurse aide change the bag since it is the first time.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Asking a licensed nurse to supervise ensures the procedure is performed
correctly and safely the first time. NAs should never perform a task they have not been
trained to do.
3. Which of the following is a key component of a resident's rights?
• A. The right to be restrained for safety.
• B. The right to privacy and confidentiality.
• C. The right to refuse all visitors.
• D. The right to take medications without a doctor's order.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Residents have the legal right to privacy and confidentiality regarding their
personal and medical information. Restraints require a doctor's order, and residents
cannot refuse all visitors (facilities may have visitation policies).
4. When a resident with dementia becomes agitated, the nurse aide's best
response is to:
, • A. Ignore the resident.
• B. Speak in a calm and reassuring manner.
• C. Use physical restraints.
• D. Turn on the TV to distract the resident.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Speaking calmly and reassuringly helps de-escalate agitation. Ignoring,
restraining, or using distraction without addressing the underlying cause are
inappropriate.
5. What is the most important reason for maintaining resident confidentiality?
• A. To avoid paperwork.
• B. To protect the resident's privacy and dignity.
• C. To save time during shift change.
• D. To follow facility policy only.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Confidentiality is a legal and ethical obligation that protects the resident's
privacy, dignity, and trust. It is mandated by HIPAA and OBRA regulations.
6. Which of the following actions promotes dignity in residents?
• A. Addressing all residents as "honey" or "sweetie."
• B. Allowing residents to make choices about their daily routine.
• C. Performing all care tasks quickly without explaining them.
• D. Leaving the curtain open during care to save time.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Allowing residents to make choices about their daily routine respects their
autonomy and promotes dignity. Addressing residents by their preferred name,
explaining care, and providing privacy are also dignity-promoting actions.
