CNA CHAPTER 1,2,3 TEST REVIEW With Questions And
Correct Answers With Rationales.
Chapter 1: Introduction to CNA & Patient Rights (Questions 1–30)
Q1. Which best defines a CNA?
A. Provides basic care under a nurse’s supervision
B. Prescribes medications
C. Performs surgery
D. Volunteer only
Rationale: CNAs assist patients with basic care under supervision.
Q2. Which is a primary CNA responsibility?
A. Assisting with daily living, monitoring vital signs, reporting changes
B. Diagnosing illnesses
C. Prescribing medications
D. Performing surgery
Rationale: CNAs support care but do not diagnose or prescribe.
Q3. The role of a CNA includes:
A. Reporting changes in patient condition to the nurse
B. Making independent medical decisions
C. Prescribing treatments
D. Performing lab tests
Rationale: Observation and reporting are core CNA duties.
Q4. To become a CNA, one must:
A. Complete state-approved training and pass competency exam
B. Obtain a medical degree
C. Have 5 years nursing experience
D. Only volunteer
Rationale: Certification ensures competency and safe care.
Q5. Patient rights include:
A. Privacy, dignity, informed consent
, B. Patients must obey instructions without question
C. Rights apply only during hospital stays
D. Rights are optional
Rationale: Rights protect ethical, legal, and respectful treatment.
Q6. Professionalism is shown by:
A. Arriving on time, following policies, maintaining confidentiality
B. Sharing patient information
C. Ignoring infection control
D. Refusing tasks
Rationale: Professional behavior ensures safety and trust.
Q7. Standard precautions include:
A. Hand hygiene, PPE, disposal of sharps
B. Only gloves
C. Avoiding patient contact
D. Sharing equipment without cleaning
Rationale: Standard precautions prevent infection spread.
Q8. Effective communication involves:
A. Listening actively, speaking clearly, respecting concerns
B. Using only medical jargon
C. Ignoring questions
D. Giving orders only
Rationale: Clear communication improves understanding and care.
Q9. A nursing team consists of:
A. RNs, LPNs, CNAs
B. Doctors only
C. Volunteers only
D. CNAs alone
Rationale: Teamwork ensures comprehensive patient care.
Q10. Infection control includes:
A. Handwashing is most important
B. Gloves alone
C. Only sick patients require precautions
D. Clean surfaces weekly
Rationale: Hand hygiene is key to preventing infection.
Q11. Patient-centered care means:
A. Respecting patient preferences, needs, values
B. Providing identical care for everyone
C. Making decisions without patient input
D. Ignoring comfort
Rationale: Focus on individual dignity improves outcomes.
Correct Answers With Rationales.
Chapter 1: Introduction to CNA & Patient Rights (Questions 1–30)
Q1. Which best defines a CNA?
A. Provides basic care under a nurse’s supervision
B. Prescribes medications
C. Performs surgery
D. Volunteer only
Rationale: CNAs assist patients with basic care under supervision.
Q2. Which is a primary CNA responsibility?
A. Assisting with daily living, monitoring vital signs, reporting changes
B. Diagnosing illnesses
C. Prescribing medications
D. Performing surgery
Rationale: CNAs support care but do not diagnose or prescribe.
Q3. The role of a CNA includes:
A. Reporting changes in patient condition to the nurse
B. Making independent medical decisions
C. Prescribing treatments
D. Performing lab tests
Rationale: Observation and reporting are core CNA duties.
Q4. To become a CNA, one must:
A. Complete state-approved training and pass competency exam
B. Obtain a medical degree
C. Have 5 years nursing experience
D. Only volunteer
Rationale: Certification ensures competency and safe care.
Q5. Patient rights include:
A. Privacy, dignity, informed consent
, B. Patients must obey instructions without question
C. Rights apply only during hospital stays
D. Rights are optional
Rationale: Rights protect ethical, legal, and respectful treatment.
Q6. Professionalism is shown by:
A. Arriving on time, following policies, maintaining confidentiality
B. Sharing patient information
C. Ignoring infection control
D. Refusing tasks
Rationale: Professional behavior ensures safety and trust.
Q7. Standard precautions include:
A. Hand hygiene, PPE, disposal of sharps
B. Only gloves
C. Avoiding patient contact
D. Sharing equipment without cleaning
Rationale: Standard precautions prevent infection spread.
Q8. Effective communication involves:
A. Listening actively, speaking clearly, respecting concerns
B. Using only medical jargon
C. Ignoring questions
D. Giving orders only
Rationale: Clear communication improves understanding and care.
Q9. A nursing team consists of:
A. RNs, LPNs, CNAs
B. Doctors only
C. Volunteers only
D. CNAs alone
Rationale: Teamwork ensures comprehensive patient care.
Q10. Infection control includes:
A. Handwashing is most important
B. Gloves alone
C. Only sick patients require precautions
D. Clean surfaces weekly
Rationale: Hand hygiene is key to preventing infection.
Q11. Patient-centered care means:
A. Respecting patient preferences, needs, values
B. Providing identical care for everyone
C. Making decisions without patient input
D. Ignoring comfort
Rationale: Focus on individual dignity improves outcomes.
