CNA Exam Review Questions 2026 Chapter 1-10 | Complete Review with 200+ Verified Q&A & Detailed Rationales – NNAAP/Credentia/Prometric Prep | Graded A+

, CNA Exam Review Questions 2026 Chapter 1-10 | Complete
Review | Graded A+
1. Which of the following is considered a normal change of aging?

Enhanced memory

Increased muscle mass

Thinner, drier skin

Improved vision

2. If a nursing assistant observes a family member yelling at a resident but is
unsure if it constitutes abuse, what should she do?

Discuss the situation with the resident to get their perspective.

Report the incident to the nurse for further evaluation.

Ignore it since it may just be a misunderstanding.

Wait to see if the behavior continues before taking action.

3. What is required of a nursing assistant if he suspects that a resident is being
abused?

The NA should discuss the issue with the resident to find out if it is
okay for him to report what he suspects.

The NA should report it to the charge nurse immediately.

The NA should call the police to report that the resident is being
abused.

The NA should immediately confront the abuser about what he
suspects

,4. Which of the following statements is true of a nursing assistant's
responsibilities if an activity is not listed in the care plan?

The NA should consult other NAs to see if they would perform the
activity.

The NA should not perform the activity if it is not listed on the care
plan.

The NA should only perform the activity if the resident says he wants it
performed

The NA should perform the activity if he or she believes it is best for
the resident

5. What type of creative therapy describes the following: involves encouraging
residents to remember and talk about the past, should focus on a time of life
that was pleasant, useful in many stages of AD, but especially with moderate
to severe confusion

activity therapy

reminiscence therapy

validation therapy

reality orientation

6. While a patient may appear unconscious, the last sense to be lost is the sense
of .

smell

touch

hearing

taste

, 7. If a nursing assistant encounters a situation where a resident requests an
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activity not listed in the care plan, what should the assistant do to ensure
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proper protocol is followed?
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k Consult the supervising nurse or healthcare providerforguidance
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before proceeding.
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k k Perform the activity immediately if the resident insists.
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k Ignore the request since it is not in the care plan.
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k k Ask other nursing assistants for their opinions on the request.
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8. A patient with diabetic ketoacidosis might exhibit which type of breath odor?
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k No change in odor
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9. Why is it important for healthcare providers to honor advance directives?
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k They can be ignored if the healthcare team disagrees with them.
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k They are legally binding only if family members agree.
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k They reflect the patient's autonomyand preferences regarding
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medical care.
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k They are only applicable in emergency situations.
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10. A nursing assistant is caring for a resident who has a history of recurrent
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UTIs. What specific action should the assistant take during perineal care to
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minimizetheriskofinfection?
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k Use antibacterial soap for all cleaning
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