CNA 2024 EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WELL CRAFTED #30
Which of the following is the BEST way to prevent the spreading of germs? - correct answer hand washing before and after patient care
Which of the following is an example of subjective information? - correct answer the patient's pain level is 7/10
You need to use a hoyer lift to transfer a patient. The patient is a two-assist. You're in a hurry. You bring the hoyer lift into the room and the resident asks, "Are you going to get someone to help you?" What should you tell the patient? - correct answer yes, I will get another CNA to help. Your safety comes first.
You have a patient that is on a bowel regimen but he has not had a bowel movement in 4 days. What is your next step? - correct answer report this to the charge nurse
You have a patient on strict dysphagia precautions. The cafeteria sent her up a lunch tray. What item would you question if it arrived on the patient's tray? - correct answer regular orange juice
The patient is lying in the supine position. In what position is the patient's bed? - correct answer flat
What is one reason why performing post-mortem care is essential? - correct answer post mortem care is crucial in maintaining the dignity and respect of the patient
You are assisting a resident with ambulation. This patient uses a cane for ambulation. How should you assist this patient? - correct answer stand on the patients weaker side
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) understands that volunteering in the community, joining a senior citizen group, and exploring new hobbies and interests can help make the elder person's life more fulfilling. These activities can do what for the resident's outlook? - correct answer Give a sense of purpose
You are caring for a patient that tells you, "I overheard the nurse telling my roommate that my roommate has cancer. Is he going to be okay? What type of cancer is it?" You know that you should - correct answer Explain to your patient that his roommate's health
is confidential and that you are therefore unable to share any information.
Which of the following happens when a patient has a stroke? - correct answer the patient may have drooping of one side of the face
Which of these are important for the care of a diabetic patient? - correct answer keep his feet dry and warm with dry, clean socks A resident is hitting and kicking you while you and another CNA are trying to provide care. What should you do? - correct answer ask the second CNA to get the nurse
You are providing education to a female resident about proper perineal care to promote self care. You explain to your patient that it is important to wipe from the front to the back to prevent bacteria from spreading from the rectum to the what? - correct answer urinary meatus
The CNA measures the blood pressure of a client to be 200/ 180. The client is not in distress. What should the CNA do next? - correct answer Ensure the blood pressure cuff used is the correct size and repeat the measurement
You notice a resident screaming at a co-worker? What should the aide do? - correct answer call the charge nurse
Bedmaking technique includes eliminating wrinkles in the sheets. The CNA knows this technique assists to: - correct answer prevent pressure sores
You have a 70 year old patient that is usually pleasant and easy going. Today she has cognitive delays, is hitting and kicking, and does not know who the staff are. Which condition is the patient likely experiencing? - correct answer urinary tract infection
You are assisting a diabetic patient with eating and he only finished 25% of his meal. What should you do? - correct answer report this to the nurse in charge
You have been busy during your 12 hour shift and haven't been able to empty your patient's Foley bag. You go in right before your shift is over to document output. What output amount would bring caution? - correct answer 350ml
You have a patient experiencing the end of life. What would you expect the plan of care to include? - correct answer ways to provide optimal comfort to the patient and family
Which of the following represents the correct selection of size for a blood pressure cuff?
- correct answer The width of the cuff is approximately 40% of the circumference of the arm
The resident refuses to eat vegetables with meals or as snacks. The CNA should: - correct answer Notify the nurse so their nutritional status can be evaluated.
The Certified Nursing Assistant is aware that the resident sleeping more than usual, lack of interest in once-loved activities, and withdrawal from family and friends can be a sign of what condition? - correct answer depression
Which of the following interventions should the CNA use to promote skin integrity? - correct answer Pad bony prominences when in bed
Which of the following is the BEST way to prevent the spreading of germs? - correct answer hand washing before and after patient care
Which of the following is an example of subjective information? - correct answer the patient's pain level is 7/10
You need to use a hoyer lift to transfer a patient. The patient is a two-assist. You're in a hurry. You bring the hoyer lift into the room and the resident asks, "Are you going to get someone to help you?" What should you tell the patient? - correct answer yes, I will get another CNA to help. Your safety comes first.
You have a patient that is on a bowel regimen but he has not had a bowel movement in 4 days. What is your next step? - correct answer report this to the charge nurse
You have a patient on strict dysphagia precautions. The cafeteria sent her up a lunch tray. What item would you question if it arrived on the patient's tray? - correct answer regular orange juice
The patient is lying in the supine position. In what position is the patient's bed? - correct answer flat
What is one reason why performing post-mortem care is essential? - correct answer post mortem care is crucial in maintaining the dignity and respect of the patient
You are assisting a resident with ambulation. This patient uses a cane for ambulation. How should you assist this patient? - correct answer stand on the patients weaker side
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) understands that volunteering in the community, joining a senior citizen group, and exploring new hobbies and interests can help make the elder person's life more fulfilling. These activities can do what for the resident's outlook? - correct answer Give a sense of purpose
You are caring for a patient that tells you, "I overheard the nurse telling my roommate that my roommate has cancer. Is he going to be okay? What type of cancer is it?" You know that you should - correct answer Explain to your patient that his roommate's health
is confidential and that you are therefore unable to share any information.
Which of the following happens when a patient has a stroke? - correct answer the patient may have drooping of one side of the face
Which of these are important for the care of a diabetic patient? - correct answer keep his feet dry and warm with dry, clean socks A resident is hitting and kicking you while you and another CNA are trying to provide care. What should you do? - correct answer ask the second CNA to get the nurse
You are providing education to a female resident about proper perineal care to promote self care. You explain to your patient that it is important to wipe from the front to the back to prevent bacteria from spreading from the rectum to the what? - correct answer urinary meatus
The CNA measures the blood pressure of a client to be 200/ 180. The client is not in distress. What should the CNA do next? - correct answer Ensure the blood pressure cuff used is the correct size and repeat the measurement
You notice a resident screaming at a co-worker? What should the aide do? - correct answer call the charge nurse
Bedmaking technique includes eliminating wrinkles in the sheets. The CNA knows this technique assists to: - correct answer prevent pressure sores
You have a 70 year old patient that is usually pleasant and easy going. Today she has cognitive delays, is hitting and kicking, and does not know who the staff are. Which condition is the patient likely experiencing? - correct answer urinary tract infection
You are assisting a diabetic patient with eating and he only finished 25% of his meal. What should you do? - correct answer report this to the nurse in charge
You have been busy during your 12 hour shift and haven't been able to empty your patient's Foley bag. You go in right before your shift is over to document output. What output amount would bring caution? - correct answer 350ml
You have a patient experiencing the end of life. What would you expect the plan of care to include? - correct answer ways to provide optimal comfort to the patient and family
Which of the following represents the correct selection of size for a blood pressure cuff?
- correct answer The width of the cuff is approximately 40% of the circumference of the arm
The resident refuses to eat vegetables with meals or as snacks. The CNA should: - correct answer Notify the nurse so their nutritional status can be evaluated.
The Certified Nursing Assistant is aware that the resident sleeping more than usual, lack of interest in once-loved activities, and withdrawal from family and friends can be a sign of what condition? - correct answer depression
Which of the following interventions should the CNA use to promote skin integrity? - correct answer Pad bony prominences when in bed
