FLORIDA CNA EXAM PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS

FLORIDA CNA EXAM PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
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1. Which of the following are signs of a possible stroke?
A. Sudden weakness on one side
B. Slurred speech
C. Chest pain
D. Facial drooping
Correct answers: A, B, D
Rationale: A stroke often presents with sudden weakness, facial droop, and difficulty speaking.
Chest pain is more indicative of a heart problem.

2. When assisting a resident with ambulation, what should a CNA do?
A. Ensure the resident wears non-slip shoes
B. Use a gait belt
C. Pull the resident up by their arms
D. Walk slightly behind or beside the resident
Correct answers: A, B, D
Rationale: Non-slip shoes, a gait belt, and proper positioning prevent falls. Pulling by the arms
can cause injury.

3. Which are proper handwashing steps?
A. Wet hands with warm water
B. Apply soap and lather for at least 20 seconds
C. Rinse hands and turn off faucet with a paper towel
D. Use alcohol-based sanitizer only
Correct answers: A, B, C
Rationale: Handwashing with soap and water is required for removing germs, while sanitizer is
not a substitute in all cases.

4. A resident refuses care. What should the CNA do?
A. Force the care
B. Respect their refusal

,C. Report to the nurse
D. Document the refusal
Correct answers: B, C, D
Rationale: Residents have the right to refuse care. It should be reported and documented.

5. Which positions are safe for preventing pressure ulcers?
A. Supine
B. Prone
C. Sitting with feet dangling
D. Lateral (side-lying)
Correct answers: A, B, D
Rationale: Changing positions and proper support reduces risk of skin breakdown.

6. Signs of infection include:
A. Redness
B. Swelling
C. Fever
D. Clear skin
Correct answers: A, B, C
Rationale: Infection is indicated by redness, swelling, and fever, not clear or normal skin.

7. How often should a CNA check on a resident who is bedridden?
A. Every hour
B. Every 2 hours
C. Every 4 hours
D. Only when the resident calls
Correct answer: B
Rationale: Turning and checking every 2 hours prevents skin breakdown and pressure ulcers.

8. Which tasks can a CNA perform?
A. Taking vital signs
B. Administering medications
C. Assisting with meals
D. Changing sterile dressings
Correct answers: A, C
Rationale: CNAs can take vitals and assist with daily living but cannot give medications or
perform sterile procedures.

9. Proper body mechanics include:
A. Bending at the knees, not the waist

, B. Keeping the back straight
C. Twisting while lifting
D. Holding objects close to the body
Correct answers: A, B, D
Rationale: Proper mechanics prevent injury. Twisting while lifting is unsafe.

10. Which are signs of dehydration?
A. Dry mouth
B. Dark urine
C. Low blood pressure
D. Frequent urination
Correct answers: A, B, C
Rationale: Dehydration leads to dry mouth, concentrated urine, and hypotension, not frequent
urination.

11. When a resident is choking, what is the first step?
A. Perform the Heimlich maneuver
B. Encourage them to cough
C. Call 911 immediately
D. Give water
Correct answer: B
Rationale: If the resident can cough, encourage them to clear the airway first before more
invasive measures.

12. Proper PPE for contact precautions includes:
A. Gloves
B. Gown
C. Mask
D. Goggles
Correct answers: A, B
Rationale: Contact precautions require gloves and gown. Mask and goggles are for airborne or
droplet precautions.

13. Signs of hypoglycemia include:
A. Sweating
B. Shakiness
C. Confusion
D. Flushed skin
Correct answers: A, B, C
Rationale: Low blood sugar causes sweating, tremors, and confusion, not flushed skin.