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CNA Written Exam ACTUAL EXAM
Questions and Verified Solutions
Latest Update This Year
QUESTION: The CNA is caring for a client who is on precautions for methicillin- resistant
Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). Which of the following precautions should the CNA utilize?
A.) Droplet precaution.
B.) Neutropenic precautions.
C.) Contact precautions.
D.) Respiratory precautions. - ANSWER-C.) Contact precautions.
MRSA transmission is prevented through the use of contact precautions.
QUESTION: The CNA can promote autonomy in self-image of the client through which of the
following interventions.
A.) Asking the client how they would like their hair styled.
B.) Select the style you feel looks best on the client.
C.) Styling the clients hair in a manner that is quickest.
D.) Inform the client they may only have their hair brushed when the beauty salon is open. -
ANSWER-A.) Asking the client how they would like their hair styled.
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Client autonomy in self-image is promoted when clients are allowed to select their preferences
of hair styles. Styling which is the quickest may not be in the manner preferred by the client.
QUESTION: The care plan for a client indicates that they should be repositioned every two
hours when in bed. Which of the following is the rationale for this nursing intervention.
A.) Increases client comfort.
B.) Provides the opportunity to check up on the client.
C.) Decreases fall risk
D.) Prevent skin breakdown. - ANSWER-D.) Prevent skin breakdown.
Frequent turning and repositioning when is bed for prolonged periods will decrease risk for skin
breakdown due to pressure.
QUESTION: An immobile client requires transfer from a chair to their bed. Which of the
following should the CNA utilize to transfer this client.
A.) Gait belt
B.) Physical assist of one.
C.) Contact guard assist.
D.) Mechanical lift. - ANSWER-D.) Mechanical lift.
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Clients who are immobile require the assistance of a mechanical lift to promote safety.
QUESTION: You are assisting a new client to reposition from bed to chair. You have not
previously assisted this client and are uncertain regarding their need for assistance to complete
the transfer process. Which of the following should be done to ensure safety of the client and
staff.
A.) Ask an additional staff member to assist.
B.) Ask the family to assist.
C.) Use and assist of one and a standard walker.
D.) Use a mechanical lift. - ANSWER-A.) Ask an additional staff member to assist.
Safety can be enhanced through the presence of an additional staff member. Families should
not be asked to transfer clients. Use of a mechanical lift may not be necessary.
The CNA is caring for a client who is experiencing an infection with Clostridium difficile (CDIFF).
Which of the following should be used when caring for this client.
A.) Gown and gloves
B.) Gown, gloves and N95 respirator.
C.) Gown, gloves, surgical mask, and face shield.
D.) gloves and surgical mask. - ANSWER-A.) Gown and gloves.
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CDIFF is spread through contact with infected feces. A gown and gloves should be utilized when
caring for this client.
QUESTION: The CNA is providing a back rub to a client as part of evening care. Which of should
be included in the correct technique for this intervention?
A.) Use deep, short strokes.
B.) Heat the lotion or oil until its hot.
C.) Use a light, circular motion on skin over bony prominences.
D.) Chill the lotion/ oil in the freezer. - ANSWER-C.) use a light, circular motion on skin over
bony prominences.
Skin over bony prominences requires special attention to prevent injury.
QUESTION: The CNA is assisting the client when a red rash is noted on their groin area. What
should the CNA do?
A.) Apply cornstarch powder.
B.) Apply a moisturizing skin lotion.
C.) Ask the family what they would like applied to the rash.
D.) Notify the nurse. - ANSWER-D.) Notify the nurse.
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CNA Written Exam ACTUAL EXAM
Questions and Verified Solutions
Latest Update This Year
QUESTION: The CNA is caring for a client who is on precautions for methicillin- resistant
Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). Which of the following precautions should the CNA utilize?
A.) Droplet precaution.
B.) Neutropenic precautions.
C.) Contact precautions.
D.) Respiratory precautions. - ANSWER-C.) Contact precautions.
MRSA transmission is prevented through the use of contact precautions.
QUESTION: The CNA can promote autonomy in self-image of the client through which of the
following interventions.
A.) Asking the client how they would like their hair styled.
B.) Select the style you feel looks best on the client.
C.) Styling the clients hair in a manner that is quickest.
D.) Inform the client they may only have their hair brushed when the beauty salon is open. -
ANSWER-A.) Asking the client how they would like their hair styled.
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Client autonomy in self-image is promoted when clients are allowed to select their preferences
of hair styles. Styling which is the quickest may not be in the manner preferred by the client.
QUESTION: The care plan for a client indicates that they should be repositioned every two
hours when in bed. Which of the following is the rationale for this nursing intervention.
A.) Increases client comfort.
B.) Provides the opportunity to check up on the client.
C.) Decreases fall risk
D.) Prevent skin breakdown. - ANSWER-D.) Prevent skin breakdown.
Frequent turning and repositioning when is bed for prolonged periods will decrease risk for skin
breakdown due to pressure.
QUESTION: An immobile client requires transfer from a chair to their bed. Which of the
following should the CNA utilize to transfer this client.
A.) Gait belt
B.) Physical assist of one.
C.) Contact guard assist.
D.) Mechanical lift. - ANSWER-D.) Mechanical lift.
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Clients who are immobile require the assistance of a mechanical lift to promote safety.
QUESTION: You are assisting a new client to reposition from bed to chair. You have not
previously assisted this client and are uncertain regarding their need for assistance to complete
the transfer process. Which of the following should be done to ensure safety of the client and
staff.
A.) Ask an additional staff member to assist.
B.) Ask the family to assist.
C.) Use and assist of one and a standard walker.
D.) Use a mechanical lift. - ANSWER-A.) Ask an additional staff member to assist.
Safety can be enhanced through the presence of an additional staff member. Families should
not be asked to transfer clients. Use of a mechanical lift may not be necessary.
The CNA is caring for a client who is experiencing an infection with Clostridium difficile (CDIFF).
Which of the following should be used when caring for this client.
A.) Gown and gloves
B.) Gown, gloves and N95 respirator.
C.) Gown, gloves, surgical mask, and face shield.
D.) gloves and surgical mask. - ANSWER-A.) Gown and gloves.
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CDIFF is spread through contact with infected feces. A gown and gloves should be utilized when
caring for this client.
QUESTION: The CNA is providing a back rub to a client as part of evening care. Which of should
be included in the correct technique for this intervention?
A.) Use deep, short strokes.
B.) Heat the lotion or oil until its hot.
C.) Use a light, circular motion on skin over bony prominences.
D.) Chill the lotion/ oil in the freezer. - ANSWER-C.) use a light, circular motion on skin over
bony prominences.
Skin over bony prominences requires special attention to prevent injury.
QUESTION: The CNA is assisting the client when a red rash is noted on their groin area. What
should the CNA do?
A.) Apply cornstarch powder.
B.) Apply a moisturizing skin lotion.
C.) Ask the family what they would like applied to the rash.
D.) Notify the nurse. - ANSWER-D.) Notify the nurse.
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