CNA PROMETRIC ACTUAL EXAM
PRACTICE TEST LATEST updates!!!
2026- 2027 | correct solutions with
ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND DETAILED
ANSWERS | highly GRADED A+
A patient is recently diagnosed with end stage renal disease. The nurse has educated
the patient on diet modifications. Later, he says that he can't remember what the nurse
said and asks you if he should have pretzels or a candy bar. What is the best response?
- CORRECT ANSWERS-"The nurse is the best to answer that question. Let me get her
for you."
Which of the following settings provides short term care and stabilization for patients
with acute ( sudden, immediate and severe) health conditions? - CORRECT
ANSWERS-a hospital
When working with patients that DO NOT have dementia, what is an appropriate
communication method to encourage conversation and support the patient's emotional
well-being? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Asking open ended questions and avoiding yes/no
questions
Mrs. Hopkins was admitted to the nursing home last week after being told that she can
no longer live alone. She has been seen frequently crying and stated that, "It just
doesn't feel like home. I hate that people come in and out of my room all the time
without notice. This is my bedroom. I miss my privacy." What is a measure you can take
to help her adjust? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Make sure her privacy is respected and
knock before entering
When wearing gloves to perform a personal care skill that will expose the CNA to body
fluids, when should the gloves be put on? - CORRECT ANSWERS-after preparing
supplies but immediately before beginning the skill on the patient
When should you enter a patient's room, he throws a telephone at you and yells at you
to get out. He is pacing, appears agitated and is mumbling to himself. As you retreat
toward the door, he lunges at you, trying to grab your arm. What should the CNA do? -
,CORRECT ANSWERS-Leave the room immediately and get the nurse's attention
quickly.
CNAs should promote safety in patient environments by removing? - CORRECT
ANSWERS-Throw rugs
A nurse asks you to perform a task that you haven't been trained for that task, she gets
mad and says, "it's not that hard, just figure it out!". What is an appropriate action? -
CORRECT ANSWERS-Refuse to perform the task for patient safety
Performing foot care regularly gives the CNA an opportunity to: - CORRECT
ANSWERS-Notice any red areas, wounds, sores, rashes or other abnormalities
To properly perform the Heimlich Maneuver, you would? - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Thrust firmly on the abdomen upward and inward from behind with a cupped fist
Which of the following is a normal sign of aging? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Muscles
weaken and lose muscle tone
A female patient with a history of seizures is admitted to your unit. What is an
appropriate action to take to ensure the patient's safety? - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Report changes in sleep, personality and signs of stress in the patient to the nurse
immediately
A patient with a wound, sore or incision should be monitored for? - CORRECT
ANSWERS-Signs of infection (redness, warmth, drainage or odor)
A CNA is caring for an elderly patient who seems more confused today. What is an
appropriate action? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Report the change to the nurse
What is an important step to take before bathing a patient? - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Ask the patient to check the water temperature
You are assigned to help a patient stand up at the side of the bed. The patient has been
confined to bed for 3 days and is very weak. What is an important safety step to take
before assisting the patient to stand? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Have the patient dangle
their legs while sitting on the edge of the bed for several minutes
A small fire is noticed in the trash can of a room in a nursing home. After removing the
patients from the room, the CNA would? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Sound the alarm/alert
others to the fire
You are caring for a patient who had a stroke several months ago that resulted in right
side weakness. You have been helping this person dress for several months, when
today she appears irritated and states, "Just let me do it myself! Don't touch me!" What
, is an appropriate response? - CORRECT ANSWERS-"I'm right here if you need me.
Just tell me if you need help."
Which of the following is a POSITIVE non-verbal communication - CORRECT
ANSWERS-Nodding to show agreement, interest and acknowledgment when another is
talking
You are sitting at the nurse's station, charting lunch intake, next to a nurse on the phone
when a family member approaches. You continue to work and do not look up or make
eye contact. After a few moments of silence, the family member says, "Excuse me...."
What is an appropriate action? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Make eye contact, smile,
apologize for the delay and ask how you can help
Patients that are immobile or on bedrest are at risk of muscle tissue decreasing in size
or strength due to lack of use. This is called? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Atrophy
Depression among the elderly: - CORRECT ANSWERS-Is often overlooked or
unrecognized
A resident complains that something is wrong with his hearing aid and that it is not
working as he hands it to you. What should you do? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Inspect
the hearing aid for cracks and make sure it is turned on
According to Maslow's Hierarchy of needs, which needs are the most vital and must be
met before any other needs can be achieved? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Physical needs
: Oxygen, water, food, elimination and rest
Which of the following is NOT considered a sign of a potential infection in a patient? -
CORRECT ANSWERS-A temperature reading of 98.7 degrees Fahrenheit
A patient you are caring for is getting stronger and feels able to transfer himself from
bed to chair without your assistance. Which of the following statement is correct? -
CORRECT ANSWERS-The CNA should notify the nurse of the changes in the patients
level of ability
You are assigned to evacuate bedbound patients from your unit after a fire alarm is
triggered. The fire doors have closed at the end of your hall. Which of the following is
true? - CORRECT ANSWERS-The doors can be opened manually to remove patients,
visitors and staff
A CNA overhears a co-worker complaining about a nurse, "She actually told me to go
toilet the patient when she was just in the room and could have done it herself! She
treats me like I am her slave. I'm so over it!" Which of the following statements is correct
regarding this scenario? - CORRECT ANSWERS-The nursing assistant doesn't truly
understand her role in the healthcare system
PRACTICE TEST LATEST updates!!!
2026- 2027 | correct solutions with
ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND DETAILED
ANSWERS | highly GRADED A+
A patient is recently diagnosed with end stage renal disease. The nurse has educated
the patient on diet modifications. Later, he says that he can't remember what the nurse
said and asks you if he should have pretzels or a candy bar. What is the best response?
- CORRECT ANSWERS-"The nurse is the best to answer that question. Let me get her
for you."
Which of the following settings provides short term care and stabilization for patients
with acute ( sudden, immediate and severe) health conditions? - CORRECT
ANSWERS-a hospital
When working with patients that DO NOT have dementia, what is an appropriate
communication method to encourage conversation and support the patient's emotional
well-being? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Asking open ended questions and avoiding yes/no
questions
Mrs. Hopkins was admitted to the nursing home last week after being told that she can
no longer live alone. She has been seen frequently crying and stated that, "It just
doesn't feel like home. I hate that people come in and out of my room all the time
without notice. This is my bedroom. I miss my privacy." What is a measure you can take
to help her adjust? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Make sure her privacy is respected and
knock before entering
When wearing gloves to perform a personal care skill that will expose the CNA to body
fluids, when should the gloves be put on? - CORRECT ANSWERS-after preparing
supplies but immediately before beginning the skill on the patient
When should you enter a patient's room, he throws a telephone at you and yells at you
to get out. He is pacing, appears agitated and is mumbling to himself. As you retreat
toward the door, he lunges at you, trying to grab your arm. What should the CNA do? -
,CORRECT ANSWERS-Leave the room immediately and get the nurse's attention
quickly.
CNAs should promote safety in patient environments by removing? - CORRECT
ANSWERS-Throw rugs
A nurse asks you to perform a task that you haven't been trained for that task, she gets
mad and says, "it's not that hard, just figure it out!". What is an appropriate action? -
CORRECT ANSWERS-Refuse to perform the task for patient safety
Performing foot care regularly gives the CNA an opportunity to: - CORRECT
ANSWERS-Notice any red areas, wounds, sores, rashes or other abnormalities
To properly perform the Heimlich Maneuver, you would? - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Thrust firmly on the abdomen upward and inward from behind with a cupped fist
Which of the following is a normal sign of aging? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Muscles
weaken and lose muscle tone
A female patient with a history of seizures is admitted to your unit. What is an
appropriate action to take to ensure the patient's safety? - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Report changes in sleep, personality and signs of stress in the patient to the nurse
immediately
A patient with a wound, sore or incision should be monitored for? - CORRECT
ANSWERS-Signs of infection (redness, warmth, drainage or odor)
A CNA is caring for an elderly patient who seems more confused today. What is an
appropriate action? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Report the change to the nurse
What is an important step to take before bathing a patient? - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Ask the patient to check the water temperature
You are assigned to help a patient stand up at the side of the bed. The patient has been
confined to bed for 3 days and is very weak. What is an important safety step to take
before assisting the patient to stand? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Have the patient dangle
their legs while sitting on the edge of the bed for several minutes
A small fire is noticed in the trash can of a room in a nursing home. After removing the
patients from the room, the CNA would? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Sound the alarm/alert
others to the fire
You are caring for a patient who had a stroke several months ago that resulted in right
side weakness. You have been helping this person dress for several months, when
today she appears irritated and states, "Just let me do it myself! Don't touch me!" What
, is an appropriate response? - CORRECT ANSWERS-"I'm right here if you need me.
Just tell me if you need help."
Which of the following is a POSITIVE non-verbal communication - CORRECT
ANSWERS-Nodding to show agreement, interest and acknowledgment when another is
talking
You are sitting at the nurse's station, charting lunch intake, next to a nurse on the phone
when a family member approaches. You continue to work and do not look up or make
eye contact. After a few moments of silence, the family member says, "Excuse me...."
What is an appropriate action? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Make eye contact, smile,
apologize for the delay and ask how you can help
Patients that are immobile or on bedrest are at risk of muscle tissue decreasing in size
or strength due to lack of use. This is called? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Atrophy
Depression among the elderly: - CORRECT ANSWERS-Is often overlooked or
unrecognized
A resident complains that something is wrong with his hearing aid and that it is not
working as he hands it to you. What should you do? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Inspect
the hearing aid for cracks and make sure it is turned on
According to Maslow's Hierarchy of needs, which needs are the most vital and must be
met before any other needs can be achieved? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Physical needs
: Oxygen, water, food, elimination and rest
Which of the following is NOT considered a sign of a potential infection in a patient? -
CORRECT ANSWERS-A temperature reading of 98.7 degrees Fahrenheit
A patient you are caring for is getting stronger and feels able to transfer himself from
bed to chair without your assistance. Which of the following statement is correct? -
CORRECT ANSWERS-The CNA should notify the nurse of the changes in the patients
level of ability
You are assigned to evacuate bedbound patients from your unit after a fire alarm is
triggered. The fire doors have closed at the end of your hall. Which of the following is
true? - CORRECT ANSWERS-The doors can be opened manually to remove patients,
visitors and staff
A CNA overhears a co-worker complaining about a nurse, "She actually told me to go
toilet the patient when she was just in the room and could have done it herself! She
treats me like I am her slave. I'm so over it!" Which of the following statements is correct
regarding this scenario? - CORRECT ANSWERS-The nursing assistant doesn't truly
understand her role in the healthcare system
