CNA Headmasters Exam Practice Set 1
Questions and Answers
1.The nursing assistant knows that the responsibilities of the position do
NOT include?
A. Helping a resident to bathe.
B. Administering a medication.
C. Keeping a resident's room tidy.
D. Applying an icepack as ordered.
Answer B. Administering a medication.
Nursing assistants may not administer medications, it is not within
their scope of practice. Only RNs, LPNs, and other properly licensed
personnel may give medications.
2.Which of the following would be considered an example of battery toward
a patient?
A. The nursing assistant cleans the resident's glasses.
B. The nursing assistant asks for permission before touching the resident
to assist them to the bathroom.
C. The nursing assistant bathes the resident without his or her permission.
D. The nursing assistant keeps a resident isolated from others as a form
of punishment.
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,Answer C. The nursing assistant bathes the resident without his or
her permission.
Bathing a resident without his or her permission is an example of
battery. Keeping a resident isolated from others as a form of
punishment is an example of involuntary seclusion.
3.The nursing assistant suspects that a resident in the facility is being
abused due to multiple unexplained bruises, refusal to answer most
questions, and refusal of ADLs. Which of the following actions should the
nursing assistant take next?
A. Notify the nurse assigned to care for the patient about the bruises.
B. Report the suspected situation to the nursing assistant's immediate
super- visor.
C. Ask the resident repeatedly to identify an abuser.
D. Wait for more proof in order to identify the abuser.
Answer B. Report the suspected situation to the nursing assistant's
immediate supervisor.
Abuse in nursing facilities, or even suspicion of abuse, should be reported
imme- diately to the nursing assistant's supervisor. This requires more
intervention than
the nursing assistant's scope of practice covers. Waiting or notifying the
nurse only about bruises may delay getting the resident help.
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,4.MRSA is an example of which of the following?
A. A resistant strain of bacteria that is difficult to treat with antibiotics.
B. A bacterial strain that is easy to treat with antibiotics.
C. A mnemonic to remember how to act if there is a fire in the facility.
D. A set of activity guidelines designed to keep residents safe.
Answer A. A resistant strain of bacteria that is difficult to treat with
antibiotics.
MRSA stands for methacillinn-resistant Staphylococcus aureus and is
very resistant to most antibiotic treatments.
5.What is the best way for a nursing assistant to prevent infection?
A. Use standard precautions when caring for residents.
B. Apply an antiseptic hand rub before and after caring for residents.
C. Wear gloves when in contact with body fluids.
D. Frequent hand washing.
Answer D. Frequent hand washing.
Frequent hand washing is the best way to prevent infection without a
doubt. The other measures are supportive.
6.Which of the following is a key part of care when administering a bath to
a resident?
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, A. Clean the perineal area of a patient before assisting them to clean
their face.
B. Use cool water when bathing the patient to promote better circulation.
C. Allow participation in care to promote a sense of independence.
D. Perform all care for the resident in order to conserve their energy.
Answer C. Allow participation in care to promote a sense of
independence.
Allowing the resident to participate in care will raise their self esteem
and allow autonomy. It is inappropriate to clean the perineal area
before the face, or to use cool water rather than comfortably warm
water
7.A nursing assistant cares for a resident. Which of the following skin
care measures are correct?
A. The nursing assistant does not begin perineal care until a second
staff member is present.
B. The nursing assistant notes an unblanchable red area on the
resident's sacrum and reports it to the nurse.
C. The nursing assistant applies talcum powder beneath the abdominal
folds of the resident.
D. The nursing assistant applies a prescription ointment as ordered.
Answer B. The nursing assistant notes an unblanchable red area on
the resident's sacrum and reports it to the nurse.
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Questions and Answers
1.The nursing assistant knows that the responsibilities of the position do
NOT include?
A. Helping a resident to bathe.
B. Administering a medication.
C. Keeping a resident's room tidy.
D. Applying an icepack as ordered.
Answer B. Administering a medication.
Nursing assistants may not administer medications, it is not within
their scope of practice. Only RNs, LPNs, and other properly licensed
personnel may give medications.
2.Which of the following would be considered an example of battery toward
a patient?
A. The nursing assistant cleans the resident's glasses.
B. The nursing assistant asks for permission before touching the resident
to assist them to the bathroom.
C. The nursing assistant bathes the resident without his or her permission.
D. The nursing assistant keeps a resident isolated from others as a form
of punishment.
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,Answer C. The nursing assistant bathes the resident without his or
her permission.
Bathing a resident without his or her permission is an example of
battery. Keeping a resident isolated from others as a form of
punishment is an example of involuntary seclusion.
3.The nursing assistant suspects that a resident in the facility is being
abused due to multiple unexplained bruises, refusal to answer most
questions, and refusal of ADLs. Which of the following actions should the
nursing assistant take next?
A. Notify the nurse assigned to care for the patient about the bruises.
B. Report the suspected situation to the nursing assistant's immediate
super- visor.
C. Ask the resident repeatedly to identify an abuser.
D. Wait for more proof in order to identify the abuser.
Answer B. Report the suspected situation to the nursing assistant's
immediate supervisor.
Abuse in nursing facilities, or even suspicion of abuse, should be reported
imme- diately to the nursing assistant's supervisor. This requires more
intervention than
the nursing assistant's scope of practice covers. Waiting or notifying the
nurse only about bruises may delay getting the resident help.
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,4.MRSA is an example of which of the following?
A. A resistant strain of bacteria that is difficult to treat with antibiotics.
B. A bacterial strain that is easy to treat with antibiotics.
C. A mnemonic to remember how to act if there is a fire in the facility.
D. A set of activity guidelines designed to keep residents safe.
Answer A. A resistant strain of bacteria that is difficult to treat with
antibiotics.
MRSA stands for methacillinn-resistant Staphylococcus aureus and is
very resistant to most antibiotic treatments.
5.What is the best way for a nursing assistant to prevent infection?
A. Use standard precautions when caring for residents.
B. Apply an antiseptic hand rub before and after caring for residents.
C. Wear gloves when in contact with body fluids.
D. Frequent hand washing.
Answer D. Frequent hand washing.
Frequent hand washing is the best way to prevent infection without a
doubt. The other measures are supportive.
6.Which of the following is a key part of care when administering a bath to
a resident?
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, A. Clean the perineal area of a patient before assisting them to clean
their face.
B. Use cool water when bathing the patient to promote better circulation.
C. Allow participation in care to promote a sense of independence.
D. Perform all care for the resident in order to conserve their energy.
Answer C. Allow participation in care to promote a sense of
independence.
Allowing the resident to participate in care will raise their self esteem
and allow autonomy. It is inappropriate to clean the perineal area
before the face, or to use cool water rather than comfortably warm
water
7.A nursing assistant cares for a resident. Which of the following skin
care measures are correct?
A. The nursing assistant does not begin perineal care until a second
staff member is present.
B. The nursing assistant notes an unblanchable red area on the
resident's sacrum and reports it to the nurse.
C. The nursing assistant applies talcum powder beneath the abdominal
folds of the resident.
D. The nursing assistant applies a prescription ointment as ordered.
Answer B. The nursing assistant notes an unblanchable red area on
the resident's sacrum and reports it to the nurse.
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