PROMETRIC CNA PRACTICE EXAM 300 ACTUAL
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS WITH
RATIONALE LATEST UPDATE ALREADY GRADED A+
ASSURED PASS
The Prometric CNA Practice Exam comprehensively assesses nursing assistant
competency across six core domains. The exam covers the role of the nurse aide
including resident rights, abuse prevention, and the Ombudsman Committee.
Candidates must demonstrate knowledge of safety and infection control, including
standard precautions, fire safety, fall prevention, and proper body mechanics. The
exam tests promotion of function and health through activities of daily living,
bathing, dressing, feeding, and ambulation assistance. Basic nursing care includes
vital signs measurement, intake and output documentation, and emergency
responses including CPR and first aid. Mental health, specialized care for dementia
and end-of-life care, and effective communication skills are also evaluated.
SECTION 1: ROLE OF THE NURSE AIDE AND RESIDENT RIGHTS
(Questions 1-45)
Question 1
A resident has died and his roommate is upset and wants to discuss it with you.
What is the best action to take?
A. Talk to the patient about a time you lost someone you loved and how you dealt
with it
B. Talk with the roommate and allow him to express his feelings
C. Try to distract the patient by changing the subject and bringing up something
happy
D. Remind the patient that death is a natural part of life
Answer: B
,Rationale: Allowing the roommate to express his feelings is the most therapeutic
and compassionate response. This validates the resident's emotions and provides an
opportunity for grieving. The other options dismiss the resident's feelings or shift
the focus away from what he needs to express.
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Question 2
Which of these is NOT a sign of depression?
A. A decrease in appetite
B. Increased interest in participating in social activities
C. Increased amount of time sleeping
D. Withdrawal from others
Answer: B
Rationale: Increased interest in social activities is the opposite of what is typically
seen in depression. Depression is characterized by withdrawal, loss of interest in
previously enjoyed activities, changes in appetite, and sleep disturbances. The
other options are all recognized signs of depression.
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Question 3
Which of these is included in the Resident's Bill of Rights?
A. The right to have transportation to and from the facility whenever it is necessary
B. The right to have the social and recreational activities of your choice
C. The right to have your family determine your plan of care
D. The right to be informed about the facility's services and charges
Answer: D
Rationale: The Resident's Bill of Rights ensures residents are fully informed about
facility services and charges. This promotes transparency and allows residents to
make informed decisions about their care. The right to choose activities is
respected but must be balanced with available resources.
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Question 4
Whenever a resident uses the call light, what should the nursing assistant do?
A. Answer immediately and attend to the resident's request
B. Put the call light out of the resident's reach so he won't use it so much
C. Tell the resident it's not your hall but you will send help
D. Tell the resident you will be back in a minute
Answer: A
Rationale: Call lights must be answered promptly to ensure resident safety and
dignity. Delaying response or making excuses can lead to falls, incontinence, or
feelings of abandonment. Putting the call light out of reach is a form of neglect and
violates resident rights.
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Question 5
It is appropriate for the nursing assistant to share personal client information with
which person?
A. The nursing assistant on the next shift
B. The client's wife
C. The client's children
D. The client's roommate
Answer: A
Rationale: Information sharing for continuity of care is appropriate with the next
shift caregiver. Sharing resident information with family members requires proper
authorization. Sharing with other residents violates confidentiality and HIPAA
regulations.
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Question 6
"Any threat to the psychological well-being of a resident that results in
psychological or emotional distress" is the definition of which type of abuse?
, A. Physical abuse
B. Mental abuse
C. Harassment
D. Neglect
Answer: B
Rationale: Mental abuse involves actions that cause psychological or emotional
distress, including threats, humiliation, and intimidation. This definition
specifically addresses psychological harm rather than physical injury or neglect.
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Question 7
What does an Ombudsman Committee do?
A. Set the fees for services a long-term care facility provides
B. Investigate all complaints of resident abuse
C. Investigate breaches of resident confidentiality
D. Determine appropriate punishment for medical providers convicted of resident
abuse
Answer: C
Rationale: The Ombudsman Committee investigates breaches of resident
confidentiality and advocates for resident rights. They serve as a resource for
residents and families who have concerns about care quality or rights violations.
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Question 8
When a resident is being put in restraints by the charge nurse, what should the
nursing assistant do?
A. Avoid the patient so as not to escalate his or her agitation
B. Check the resident's restraints every 15 minutes for the first hour
C. Leave all of this resident's care in the hands of the charge nurse until restraints
are removed
D. Call the family and notify them at once that restraints are being used
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS WITH
RATIONALE LATEST UPDATE ALREADY GRADED A+
ASSURED PASS
The Prometric CNA Practice Exam comprehensively assesses nursing assistant
competency across six core domains. The exam covers the role of the nurse aide
including resident rights, abuse prevention, and the Ombudsman Committee.
Candidates must demonstrate knowledge of safety and infection control, including
standard precautions, fire safety, fall prevention, and proper body mechanics. The
exam tests promotion of function and health through activities of daily living,
bathing, dressing, feeding, and ambulation assistance. Basic nursing care includes
vital signs measurement, intake and output documentation, and emergency
responses including CPR and first aid. Mental health, specialized care for dementia
and end-of-life care, and effective communication skills are also evaluated.
SECTION 1: ROLE OF THE NURSE AIDE AND RESIDENT RIGHTS
(Questions 1-45)
Question 1
A resident has died and his roommate is upset and wants to discuss it with you.
What is the best action to take?
A. Talk to the patient about a time you lost someone you loved and how you dealt
with it
B. Talk with the roommate and allow him to express his feelings
C. Try to distract the patient by changing the subject and bringing up something
happy
D. Remind the patient that death is a natural part of life
Answer: B
,Rationale: Allowing the roommate to express his feelings is the most therapeutic
and compassionate response. This validates the resident's emotions and provides an
opportunity for grieving. The other options dismiss the resident's feelings or shift
the focus away from what he needs to express.
---
Question 2
Which of these is NOT a sign of depression?
A. A decrease in appetite
B. Increased interest in participating in social activities
C. Increased amount of time sleeping
D. Withdrawal from others
Answer: B
Rationale: Increased interest in social activities is the opposite of what is typically
seen in depression. Depression is characterized by withdrawal, loss of interest in
previously enjoyed activities, changes in appetite, and sleep disturbances. The
other options are all recognized signs of depression.
---
Question 3
Which of these is included in the Resident's Bill of Rights?
A. The right to have transportation to and from the facility whenever it is necessary
B. The right to have the social and recreational activities of your choice
C. The right to have your family determine your plan of care
D. The right to be informed about the facility's services and charges
Answer: D
Rationale: The Resident's Bill of Rights ensures residents are fully informed about
facility services and charges. This promotes transparency and allows residents to
make informed decisions about their care. The right to choose activities is
respected but must be balanced with available resources.
,---
Question 4
Whenever a resident uses the call light, what should the nursing assistant do?
A. Answer immediately and attend to the resident's request
B. Put the call light out of the resident's reach so he won't use it so much
C. Tell the resident it's not your hall but you will send help
D. Tell the resident you will be back in a minute
Answer: A
Rationale: Call lights must be answered promptly to ensure resident safety and
dignity. Delaying response or making excuses can lead to falls, incontinence, or
feelings of abandonment. Putting the call light out of reach is a form of neglect and
violates resident rights.
---
Question 5
It is appropriate for the nursing assistant to share personal client information with
which person?
A. The nursing assistant on the next shift
B. The client's wife
C. The client's children
D. The client's roommate
Answer: A
Rationale: Information sharing for continuity of care is appropriate with the next
shift caregiver. Sharing resident information with family members requires proper
authorization. Sharing with other residents violates confidentiality and HIPAA
regulations.
---
Question 6
"Any threat to the psychological well-being of a resident that results in
psychological or emotional distress" is the definition of which type of abuse?
, A. Physical abuse
B. Mental abuse
C. Harassment
D. Neglect
Answer: B
Rationale: Mental abuse involves actions that cause psychological or emotional
distress, including threats, humiliation, and intimidation. This definition
specifically addresses psychological harm rather than physical injury or neglect.
---
Question 7
What does an Ombudsman Committee do?
A. Set the fees for services a long-term care facility provides
B. Investigate all complaints of resident abuse
C. Investigate breaches of resident confidentiality
D. Determine appropriate punishment for medical providers convicted of resident
abuse
Answer: C
Rationale: The Ombudsman Committee investigates breaches of resident
confidentiality and advocates for resident rights. They serve as a resource for
residents and families who have concerns about care quality or rights violations.
---
Question 8
When a resident is being put in restraints by the charge nurse, what should the
nursing assistant do?
A. Avoid the patient so as not to escalate his or her agitation
B. Check the resident's restraints every 15 minutes for the first hour
C. Leave all of this resident's care in the hands of the charge nurse until restraints
are removed
D. Call the family and notify them at once that restraints are being used
