[OHIO STNA NURSE AIDE EXAM] – QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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1. A nurse aide enters a resident’s room and notices the resident is lying on the floor next to
the bed. What is the nurse aide’s FIRST action?
A. Help the resident back into bed immediately
B. Notify the nurse before moving the resident
C. Ask another aide to assist with lifting the resident
D. Check the resident’s room for hazards later
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Correct Answer: B. Notify the nurse before moving the resident
Rationale:
The nurse aide should immediately notify the nurse and avoid moving the resident until the
resident has been assessed for injuries. Moving a resident too quickly could worsen an
undetected injury such as a fracture or head trauma. Helping the resident up before
assessment is unsafe and outside proper procedure.
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2. A resident with right-sided weakness requires assistance transferring from the bed to a
wheelchair. Where should the wheelchair be placed?
A. On the resident’s weak side
B. At the foot of the bed
C. On the resident’s strong side
D. Directly behind the nurse aide
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Correct Answer: C. On the resident’s strong side
Rationale:
Placing the wheelchair on the resident’s strong side promotes safer transfers and allows the
resident to assist using stronger muscles. Positioning on the weak side increases fall risk and
decreases stability during the transfer process.
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3. A nurse aide is caring for a resident on contact precautions. Which item is MOST important
to wear when entering the room?
A. Gloves and gown
B. Surgical mask only
C. Hair covering
D. Shoe covers only
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Correct Answer: A. Gloves and gown
Rationale:
Contact precautions require gloves and a gown to prevent the spread of organisms through
direct contact. Masks are typically used for droplet or airborne precautions, while shoe covers
and hair coverings are not routinely required for standard contact isolation.
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4. A resident refuses to eat breakfast and states, “I’m not hungry today.” What should the
nurse aide do FIRST?
A. Force the resident to eat a small amount
B. Offer another meal choice and report refusal
C. Tell the resident breakfast is mandatory
D. Remove the tray without documenting
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Correct Answer: B. Offer another meal choice and report refusal
Rationale:
Residents have the right to refuse food. The nurse aide should encourage intake by offering
alternatives and reporting the refusal to the nurse. Forcing a resident to eat violates resident
rights and professional standards of care.
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5. During handwashing, which action is MOST effective in reducing microorganisms?
A. Using cold water only
B. Washing for at least 20 seconds
C. Drying hands on a uniform
D. Wearing gloves without washing hands
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Correct Answer: B. Washing for at least 20 seconds
Rationale:
Proper handwashing for at least 20 seconds effectively removes microorganisms and reduces
infection transmission. Gloves are not a substitute for hand hygiene, and drying hands on
clothing can reintroduce bacteria.
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6. A resident suddenly begins choking during lunch and cannot speak or cough. What should
the nurse aide do?
A. Encourage the resident to drink water
B. Leave to find the nurse
C. Perform abdominal thrusts
D. Lay the resident flat on the floor
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Correct Answer: C. Perform abdominal thrusts
Rationale:
A resident unable to cough or speak is experiencing severe airway obstruction. Abdominal
thrusts are the appropriate emergency response to clear the airway. Delaying action to locate
help may result in respiratory arrest.
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7. A resident’s care plan states that intake and output measurements are required. Which
action by the nurse aide is correct?
A. Estimate the amount of fluids consumed
B. Record only water intake
C. Measure fluids accurately before documenting
D. Include only urine output
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Correct Answer: C. Measure fluids accurately before documenting
Rationale:
Accurate intake and output documentation is essential for monitoring hydration and kidney
function. Estimating amounts or omitting fluids can lead to incorrect clinical decisions and
compromise resident safety.
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8. Which behavior by a nurse aide demonstrates professional communication?
A. Discussing resident information in the hallway
B. Calling residents by room number
C. Listening carefully and speaking respectfully
D. Ignoring resident complaints during busy shifts
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Correct Answer: C. Listening carefully and speaking respectfully
Rationale:
Professional communication involves active listening, respect, and maintaining resident
dignity. Discussing confidential information publicly or referring to residents by room number
violates privacy and professionalism standards.
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9. A resident with dementia becomes agitated and accuses staff of stealing personal items.
What is the BEST response by the nurse aide?
A. Argue with the resident to prove nothing was stolen
B. Calmly reassure the resident and help look for the item
C. Ignore the accusation completely
D. Tell the resident to stop causing problems
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Correct Answer: B. Calmly reassure the resident and help look for the item
Rationale:
Residents with dementia may experience confusion and fear. Calm reassurance and
redirection help reduce anxiety while preserving trust and dignity. Arguing or dismissing
concerns may escalate agitation.
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10. Which position is BEST for a resident experiencing shortness of breath?
A. Flat supine position
B. Trendelenburg position
C. Sims’ position
D. Fowler’s position
| VERIFIED AND WELL DETAILED ANSWERS | PLUS RATIONALES
| GUARANTEED PASS | LATEST EXAM UPDATE | EXAM PREP |
STUDY GUIDE | PRACTICE TEST
1. A nurse aide enters a resident’s room and notices the resident is lying on the floor next to
the bed. What is the nurse aide’s FIRST action?
A. Help the resident back into bed immediately
B. Notify the nurse before moving the resident
C. Ask another aide to assist with lifting the resident
D. Check the resident’s room for hazards later
════════════════════
Correct Answer: B. Notify the nurse before moving the resident
Rationale:
The nurse aide should immediately notify the nurse and avoid moving the resident until the
resident has been assessed for injuries. Moving a resident too quickly could worsen an
undetected injury such as a fracture or head trauma. Helping the resident up before
assessment is unsafe and outside proper procedure.
════════════════════
2. A resident with right-sided weakness requires assistance transferring from the bed to a
wheelchair. Where should the wheelchair be placed?
A. On the resident’s weak side
B. At the foot of the bed
C. On the resident’s strong side
D. Directly behind the nurse aide
════════════════════
Correct Answer: C. On the resident’s strong side
Rationale:
Placing the wheelchair on the resident’s strong side promotes safer transfers and allows the
resident to assist using stronger muscles. Positioning on the weak side increases fall risk and
decreases stability during the transfer process.
,════════════════════
3. A nurse aide is caring for a resident on contact precautions. Which item is MOST important
to wear when entering the room?
A. Gloves and gown
B. Surgical mask only
C. Hair covering
D. Shoe covers only
════════════════════
Correct Answer: A. Gloves and gown
Rationale:
Contact precautions require gloves and a gown to prevent the spread of organisms through
direct contact. Masks are typically used for droplet or airborne precautions, while shoe covers
and hair coverings are not routinely required for standard contact isolation.
════════════════════
4. A resident refuses to eat breakfast and states, “I’m not hungry today.” What should the
nurse aide do FIRST?
A. Force the resident to eat a small amount
B. Offer another meal choice and report refusal
C. Tell the resident breakfast is mandatory
D. Remove the tray without documenting
════════════════════
Correct Answer: B. Offer another meal choice and report refusal
Rationale:
Residents have the right to refuse food. The nurse aide should encourage intake by offering
alternatives and reporting the refusal to the nurse. Forcing a resident to eat violates resident
rights and professional standards of care.
════════════════════
5. During handwashing, which action is MOST effective in reducing microorganisms?
A. Using cold water only
B. Washing for at least 20 seconds
C. Drying hands on a uniform
D. Wearing gloves without washing hands
,════════════════════
Correct Answer: B. Washing for at least 20 seconds
Rationale:
Proper handwashing for at least 20 seconds effectively removes microorganisms and reduces
infection transmission. Gloves are not a substitute for hand hygiene, and drying hands on
clothing can reintroduce bacteria.
════════════════════
6. A resident suddenly begins choking during lunch and cannot speak or cough. What should
the nurse aide do?
A. Encourage the resident to drink water
B. Leave to find the nurse
C. Perform abdominal thrusts
D. Lay the resident flat on the floor
════════════════════
Correct Answer: C. Perform abdominal thrusts
Rationale:
A resident unable to cough or speak is experiencing severe airway obstruction. Abdominal
thrusts are the appropriate emergency response to clear the airway. Delaying action to locate
help may result in respiratory arrest.
════════════════════
7. A resident’s care plan states that intake and output measurements are required. Which
action by the nurse aide is correct?
A. Estimate the amount of fluids consumed
B. Record only water intake
C. Measure fluids accurately before documenting
D. Include only urine output
════════════════════
Correct Answer: C. Measure fluids accurately before documenting
Rationale:
Accurate intake and output documentation is essential for monitoring hydration and kidney
function. Estimating amounts or omitting fluids can lead to incorrect clinical decisions and
compromise resident safety.
, ════════════════════
8. Which behavior by a nurse aide demonstrates professional communication?
A. Discussing resident information in the hallway
B. Calling residents by room number
C. Listening carefully and speaking respectfully
D. Ignoring resident complaints during busy shifts
════════════════════
Correct Answer: C. Listening carefully and speaking respectfully
Rationale:
Professional communication involves active listening, respect, and maintaining resident
dignity. Discussing confidential information publicly or referring to residents by room number
violates privacy and professionalism standards.
════════════════════
9. A resident with dementia becomes agitated and accuses staff of stealing personal items.
What is the BEST response by the nurse aide?
A. Argue with the resident to prove nothing was stolen
B. Calmly reassure the resident and help look for the item
C. Ignore the accusation completely
D. Tell the resident to stop causing problems
════════════════════
Correct Answer: B. Calmly reassure the resident and help look for the item
Rationale:
Residents with dementia may experience confusion and fear. Calm reassurance and
redirection help reduce anxiety while preserving trust and dignity. Arguing or dismissing
concerns may escalate agitation.
════════════════════
10. Which position is BEST for a resident experiencing shortness of breath?
A. Flat supine position
B. Trendelenburg position
C. Sims’ position
D. Fowler’s position
