, Texas Prometric CNA Written Exam –
(2026/2027) Questions with Verified
Answers & Expert Rationales | 3
Complete CNA Practice Exams
1. What should a nurse aide do before providing care to a resident?
A. Open the resident's door without knocking
B. Identify the resident and explain the procedure
C. Begin care immediately
D. Ask another resident to identify the person
CORRECT ANSWER: B. Identify the resident and explain the procedure
Rationale:
The nurse aide should properly identify the resident, explain the care, and obtain cooperation
before beginning.
2. Which action is most important for preventing the spread of infection?
A. Wearing perfume
B. Hand hygiene
C. Opening windows
D. Speaking quietly
, CORRECT ANSWER: B. Hand hygiene
Rationale:
Proper hand hygiene is one of the most effective ways to prevent transmission of
microorganisms.
3. When should a nurse aide perform hand hygiene?
A. Only at the beginning of the shift
B. Before and after resident care
C. Only when hands look dirty
D. Once during the day
CORRECT ANSWER: B. Before and after resident care
Rationale:
Hand hygiene should be performed at appropriate points before and after resident contact and
whenever contamination is possible.
4. A resident's call light is on. What should the nurse aide do?
A. Ignore it if busy
B. Respond as soon as possible
C. Turn it off without checking the resident
D. Ask another resident to answer it
, CORRECT ANSWER: B. Respond as soon as possible
Rationale:
Call lights are an important method residents use to request assistance. Prompt response
supports safety and dignity.
5. Which action helps prevent falls?
A. Keeping frequently used items within reach
B. Leaving spills on the floor
C. Raising the bed to its highest position
D. Leaving the call light out of reach
CORRECT ANSWER: A. Keeping frequently used items within reach
Rationale:
Residents should not need to stretch or climb to reach essential items. A safe environment
reduces fall risk.
6. A resident's wheelchair is being prepared for transfer. What should the nurse aide do FIRST?
A. Lock the wheelchair brakes
B. Remove the resident's shoes
C. Push the wheelchair away
D. Ask the resident to stand immediately
(2026/2027) Questions with Verified
Answers & Expert Rationales | 3
Complete CNA Practice Exams
1. What should a nurse aide do before providing care to a resident?
A. Open the resident's door without knocking
B. Identify the resident and explain the procedure
C. Begin care immediately
D. Ask another resident to identify the person
CORRECT ANSWER: B. Identify the resident and explain the procedure
Rationale:
The nurse aide should properly identify the resident, explain the care, and obtain cooperation
before beginning.
2. Which action is most important for preventing the spread of infection?
A. Wearing perfume
B. Hand hygiene
C. Opening windows
D. Speaking quietly
, CORRECT ANSWER: B. Hand hygiene
Rationale:
Proper hand hygiene is one of the most effective ways to prevent transmission of
microorganisms.
3. When should a nurse aide perform hand hygiene?
A. Only at the beginning of the shift
B. Before and after resident care
C. Only when hands look dirty
D. Once during the day
CORRECT ANSWER: B. Before and after resident care
Rationale:
Hand hygiene should be performed at appropriate points before and after resident contact and
whenever contamination is possible.
4. A resident's call light is on. What should the nurse aide do?
A. Ignore it if busy
B. Respond as soon as possible
C. Turn it off without checking the resident
D. Ask another resident to answer it
, CORRECT ANSWER: B. Respond as soon as possible
Rationale:
Call lights are an important method residents use to request assistance. Prompt response
supports safety and dignity.
5. Which action helps prevent falls?
A. Keeping frequently used items within reach
B. Leaving spills on the floor
C. Raising the bed to its highest position
D. Leaving the call light out of reach
CORRECT ANSWER: A. Keeping frequently used items within reach
Rationale:
Residents should not need to stretch or climb to reach essential items. A safe environment
reduces fall risk.
6. A resident's wheelchair is being prepared for transfer. What should the nurse aide do FIRST?
A. Lock the wheelchair brakes
B. Remove the resident's shoes
C. Push the wheelchair away
D. Ask the resident to stand immediately
