CNA Practice Exam 2026 | Most Tested Questions & Verified
Answers | Latest Update | Graded A+
1. When providing denture care, the nurse aide must:
Rinse the dentures in the water used to fill the sink
Wash them in hot water
Hold them firmly with bare hands
Place a towel in the sink and rinse with cool or warm running water.
2. Why is it important for nursing assistants to wipe from front to back during
perineal care for female residents?
To make the process quicker.
To reduce discomfort for the resident.
To ensure thorough cleaning of the area.
To prevent the spread of bacteria from the rectal area to the vaginal
area.
3. The normal blood pressure range for an adult is
84/54 to 120/80.
90/60 to 140/90.
74/50 to 100/70.
80/50 to 112/80.
4. Why is maintaining a patient's privacy considered essential in healthcare
settings?
Maintaining a patient's privacy is only important for legal reasons.
, Maintaining a patient's privacy is only relevant in mental health
settings.
Maintaining a patient's privacy is less important than providing
immediate medical care.
Maintaining a patient's privacy is essential to protect their dignity
and build trust in the caregiver-patient relationship.
5. What is the primary purpose of passive range of motion exercises?
To improve cardiovascular health.
To build muscle strength.
To maintain joint flexibility and prevent stiffness.
To enhance respiratory function.
6. If a nursing assistant encounters a patient with a minor burn on their arm,
what additional steps should they take after cooling the burn?
Apply a topical antibiotic ointment immediately.
Leave the burn exposed to air.
Cover the burn with a sterile dressing.
Massage the burn area to promote healing.
7. What is the term used to describe the stance of standing with the legs
shoulder-width apart?
Center of gravity
Posture
Balance
Base of support
,8. Describe the role of nursing assistants in relation to IV therapy in a healthcare
setting.
Nursing assistants are responsible for monitoring IV sites and
reporting any issues to the nursing staff.
Nursing assistants can independently manage IV therapy without
supervision.
Nursing assistants are not involved with IV therapy at all.
Nursing assistants can perform IV insertions and adjustments.
9. In a scenario where a nursing assistant is helping a resident with Alzheimer's
disease dress, what strategies could be implemented to enhance the
resident's ability to participate in the process?
Using simple, clear instructions and allowing the resident to choose
their clothing.
Ignoring the resident's input and dressing them in a standard uniform.
Dressing the resident quickly to save time.
Forcing the resident to wear specific clothing regardless of their
preference.
10. If a nursing assistant overhears a conversation about a resident's protected
health information in a public area, what should they do?
Ignore it, as it does not concern them.
Join the conversation to clarify the information.
Report the breach of confidentiality to a supervisor.
Confront the individuals discussing the information.
, 11. An advance directive is:
a formal list that defines by state law whether a patient has decision
making capacity
a verbal order given to you by a dying patient
a written document that specifies the care you should provide if
that patient is unable to make a decisions
a set of specific guidelines that clearly defines the different types of
consent
12. A patient recovering from a stroke has limited mobility in their right arm.
How would you incorporate passive range of motion exercises into their
care plan?
By regularly assisting the patient with gentle movements of the
right arm to maintain flexibility.
By avoiding any movement of the right arm to prevent pain.
By encouraging the patient to lift weights with their right arm.
By only performing exercises when the patient requests them.
13. A nursing assistant notices a patient needs assistance with a task that is not
mentioned in the care plan. What should they do to ensure proper patient
care?
Consult with the supervising nurse before taking action.
Document the observation and move on.
Wait for the patient to ask for help.
Complete the task without informing anyone.
Answers | Latest Update | Graded A+
1. When providing denture care, the nurse aide must:
Rinse the dentures in the water used to fill the sink
Wash them in hot water
Hold them firmly with bare hands
Place a towel in the sink and rinse with cool or warm running water.
2. Why is it important for nursing assistants to wipe from front to back during
perineal care for female residents?
To make the process quicker.
To reduce discomfort for the resident.
To ensure thorough cleaning of the area.
To prevent the spread of bacteria from the rectal area to the vaginal
area.
3. The normal blood pressure range for an adult is
84/54 to 120/80.
90/60 to 140/90.
74/50 to 100/70.
80/50 to 112/80.
4. Why is maintaining a patient's privacy considered essential in healthcare
settings?
Maintaining a patient's privacy is only important for legal reasons.
, Maintaining a patient's privacy is only relevant in mental health
settings.
Maintaining a patient's privacy is less important than providing
immediate medical care.
Maintaining a patient's privacy is essential to protect their dignity
and build trust in the caregiver-patient relationship.
5. What is the primary purpose of passive range of motion exercises?
To improve cardiovascular health.
To build muscle strength.
To maintain joint flexibility and prevent stiffness.
To enhance respiratory function.
6. If a nursing assistant encounters a patient with a minor burn on their arm,
what additional steps should they take after cooling the burn?
Apply a topical antibiotic ointment immediately.
Leave the burn exposed to air.
Cover the burn with a sterile dressing.
Massage the burn area to promote healing.
7. What is the term used to describe the stance of standing with the legs
shoulder-width apart?
Center of gravity
Posture
Balance
Base of support
,8. Describe the role of nursing assistants in relation to IV therapy in a healthcare
setting.
Nursing assistants are responsible for monitoring IV sites and
reporting any issues to the nursing staff.
Nursing assistants can independently manage IV therapy without
supervision.
Nursing assistants are not involved with IV therapy at all.
Nursing assistants can perform IV insertions and adjustments.
9. In a scenario where a nursing assistant is helping a resident with Alzheimer's
disease dress, what strategies could be implemented to enhance the
resident's ability to participate in the process?
Using simple, clear instructions and allowing the resident to choose
their clothing.
Ignoring the resident's input and dressing them in a standard uniform.
Dressing the resident quickly to save time.
Forcing the resident to wear specific clothing regardless of their
preference.
10. If a nursing assistant overhears a conversation about a resident's protected
health information in a public area, what should they do?
Ignore it, as it does not concern them.
Join the conversation to clarify the information.
Report the breach of confidentiality to a supervisor.
Confront the individuals discussing the information.
, 11. An advance directive is:
a formal list that defines by state law whether a patient has decision
making capacity
a verbal order given to you by a dying patient
a written document that specifies the care you should provide if
that patient is unable to make a decisions
a set of specific guidelines that clearly defines the different types of
consent
12. A patient recovering from a stroke has limited mobility in their right arm.
How would you incorporate passive range of motion exercises into their
care plan?
By regularly assisting the patient with gentle movements of the
right arm to maintain flexibility.
By avoiding any movement of the right arm to prevent pain.
By encouraging the patient to lift weights with their right arm.
By only performing exercises when the patient requests them.
13. A nursing assistant notices a patient needs assistance with a task that is not
mentioned in the care plan. What should they do to ensure proper patient
care?
Consult with the supervising nurse before taking action.
Document the observation and move on.
Wait for the patient to ask for help.
Complete the task without informing anyone.
