CNA FINAL EXAM MODULES 2026/2027
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
1. A resident with Type 2 diabetes is found sweating profusely, trembling, and appearing
confused. What is the most likely cause?
A. Hyperglycemic reaction
B. Hypoglycemic reaction
C. Transient Ischemic Attack
D. Myocardial Infarction
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) is characterized by sweating,
shakiness, confusion, and rapid heartbeat, requiring immediate notification of the nurse.
2. When transferring a resident with hemiplegia from the bed to a wheelchair, where should
the wheelchair be placed?
A. On the resident’s weak side
B. Directly at the foot of the bed
C. Parallel to the headboard on the weak side
,D. On the resident’s strong side
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Always transfer toward the stronger side to allow the resident
to assist and maintain safety.
3. Which of the following is an objective observation that must be reported to the nurse
immediately?
A. The resident says they feel nauseous.
B. The resident reports a sharp pain in their hip.
C. The resident expresses worry about their surgery.
D. A radial pulse of 115 beats per minute.
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Objective data is measurable or observable (tachycardia),
whereas subjective data is based on what the resident reports (pain, nausea).
4. A resident is on a restricted fluid diet. At lunch, they consume a 4 oz container of gelatin, a
6 oz cup of broth, and 2 oz of water. What is the total intake in milliliters (mL)?
A. 240 mL
B. 360 mL
C. 420 mL
D. 300 mL
, Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: 1 oz = 30 mL. (4+6+2) oz = 12 oz. 12 x 30 = 360 mL.
5. Which stage of a pressure injury is characterized by a partial-thickness loss of dermis
presenting as a shallow open ulcer with a red-pink wound bed?
A. Stage 1
B. Stage 4
C. Stage 3
D. Stage 2
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Stage 2 involves partial-thickness skin loss involving the
epidermis, dermis, or both, appearing as a blister or shallow crater.
6. What is the first step a CNA should take when finding a resident on the floor?
A. Help the resident back into bed immediately.
B. Call for help and check for responsiveness.
C. Go find the nurse in the medication room.
D. Apply a cold compress to any visible bruises.
Answer: B
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
1. A resident with Type 2 diabetes is found sweating profusely, trembling, and appearing
confused. What is the most likely cause?
A. Hyperglycemic reaction
B. Hypoglycemic reaction
C. Transient Ischemic Attack
D. Myocardial Infarction
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) is characterized by sweating,
shakiness, confusion, and rapid heartbeat, requiring immediate notification of the nurse.
2. When transferring a resident with hemiplegia from the bed to a wheelchair, where should
the wheelchair be placed?
A. On the resident’s weak side
B. Directly at the foot of the bed
C. Parallel to the headboard on the weak side
,D. On the resident’s strong side
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Always transfer toward the stronger side to allow the resident
to assist and maintain safety.
3. Which of the following is an objective observation that must be reported to the nurse
immediately?
A. The resident says they feel nauseous.
B. The resident reports a sharp pain in their hip.
C. The resident expresses worry about their surgery.
D. A radial pulse of 115 beats per minute.
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Objective data is measurable or observable (tachycardia),
whereas subjective data is based on what the resident reports (pain, nausea).
4. A resident is on a restricted fluid diet. At lunch, they consume a 4 oz container of gelatin, a
6 oz cup of broth, and 2 oz of water. What is the total intake in milliliters (mL)?
A. 240 mL
B. 360 mL
C. 420 mL
D. 300 mL
, Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: 1 oz = 30 mL. (4+6+2) oz = 12 oz. 12 x 30 = 360 mL.
5. Which stage of a pressure injury is characterized by a partial-thickness loss of dermis
presenting as a shallow open ulcer with a red-pink wound bed?
A. Stage 1
B. Stage 4
C. Stage 3
D. Stage 2
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Stage 2 involves partial-thickness skin loss involving the
epidermis, dermis, or both, appearing as a blister or shallow crater.
6. What is the first step a CNA should take when finding a resident on the floor?
A. Help the resident back into bed immediately.
B. Call for help and check for responsiveness.
C. Go find the nurse in the medication room.
D. Apply a cold compress to any visible bruises.
Answer: B
