CNA HEADMASTER EXAM AND PRACTICE EXAM AND STUDYGUIDE NEWEST 2025 ACTUAL EXAM
COMPLETE 300
The nursing assistant knows that the responsibilities of the position do NOT include?
A. Helping a resident to bathe.
B. Administering a medication.
C. Keeping a resident's room tidy.
D. Applying an icepack as ordered. - (answer) B. Administering a medication.
Nursing assistants may not administer medications, it is not within their scope of practice. Only RNs,
LPNs, and other properly licensed personnel may give medications.
Which of the following would be considered an example of battery toward a patient?
A. The nursing assistant cleans the resident's glasses.
B. The nursing assistant asks for permission before touching the resident to assist them to the bathroom.
C. The nursing assistant bathes the resident without his or her permission.
D.The nursing assistant keeps a resident isolated from others as a form of punishment. - (answer) C.
The nursing assistant bathes the resident without his or her permission.
Bathing a resident without his or her permission is an example of battery. Keeping a resident isolated
from others as a form of punishment is an example of involuntary seclusion.
The nursing assistant suspects that a resident in the facility is being abused due to multiple unexplained
bruises, refusal to answer most questions, and refusal of ADLs. Which of the following actions should the
nursing assistant take next?
A. Notify the nurse assigned to care for the patient about the bruises.
B. Report the suspected situation to the nursing assistant's immediate supervisor.
C. Ask the resident repeatedly to identify an abuser.
D. Wait for more proof in order to identify the abuser. - (answer) B. Report the suspected situation to
the nursing assistant's immediate supervisor.
,CNA HEADMASTER EXAM AND PRACTICE EXAM AND STUDYGUIDE NEWEST 2025 ACTUAL EXAM
COMPLETE 300
Abuse in nursing facilities, or even suspicion of abuse, should be reported immediately to the nursing
assistant's supervisor. This requires more intervention than the nursing assistant's scope of practice
covers. Waiting or notifying the nurse only about bruises may delay getting the resident help.
MRSA is an example of which of the following?
A. A resistant strain of bacteria that is difficult to treat with antibiotics.
B. A bacterial strain that is easy to treat with antibiotics.
C. A mnemonic to remember how to act if there is a fire in the facility.
D. A set of activity guidelines designed to keep residents safe. - (answer) A. A resistant strain of bacteria
that is difficult to treat with antibiotics.
MRSA stands for methacillinn-resistant Staphylococcus aureus and is very resistant to most antibiotic
treatments.
What is the best way for a nursing assistant to prevent infection?
A. Use standard precautions when caring for residents.
B. Apply an antiseptic hand rub before and after caring for residents.
C. Wear gloves when in contact with body fluids.
D. Frequent hand washing. - (answer) D. Frequent hand washing.
Frequent hand washing is the best way to prevent infection without a doubt. The other measures are
supportive.
Which of the following is a key part of care when administering a bath to a resident?
A. Clean the perineal area of a patient before assisting them to clean their face.
B. Use cool water when bathing the patient to promote better circulation.
,CNA HEADMASTER EXAM AND PRACTICE EXAM AND STUDYGUIDE NEWEST 2025 ACTUAL EXAM
COMPLETE 300
C. Allow participation in care to promote a sense of independence.
D. Perform all care for the resident in order to conserve their energy. - (answer) C. Allow participation
in care to promote a sense of independence.
Allowing the resident to participate in care will raise their self esteem and allow autonomy. It is
inappropriate to clean the perineal area before the face, or to use cool water rather than comfortably
warm water
A nursing assistant cares for a resident. Which of the following skin care measures are correct?
A. The nursing assistant does not begin perineal care until a second staff member is present.
B. The nursing assistant notes an unblanchable red area on the resident's sacrum and reports it to the
nurse.
C. The nursing assistant applies talcum powder beneath the abdominal folds of the resident.
D. The nursing assistant applies a prescription ointment as ordered. - (answer) B. The nursing assistant
notes an unblanchable red area on the resident's sacrum and reports it to the nurse.
It is the duty of the nursing assistant to report any red pressure spots on the resident to the nurse. The
nursing assistant may not apply any prescription ointments. Talcum powder is not recommended. A
second staff member is not needed for perineal care.
Before shaving a resident, the nursing assistant checks for which of the following items in the resident's
care plan?
A. Shaving instructions related to problems or issues clotting.
B. History of a heart condition.
C. Presence of the resident's razor from home.
D.Any previous refusal of ADLs. - (answer) A. Shaving instructions related to problems or issues clotting
It is necessary to check the shaving instructions in the resident's plan of care to be aware of any
problems clotting and the necessity of using an electric razor as opposed to a traditional one.
, CNA HEADMASTER EXAM AND PRACTICE EXAM AND STUDYGUIDE NEWEST 2025 ACTUAL EXAM
COMPLETE 300
Fecal impaction may present with which of the following symptoms?
A. Dark urine.
B. Excessive flatulence.
C. Small, watery leakage of stool.
D. Abdominal pain. - (answer) C. Small, watery leakage of stool.
The watery leakage of stool around a blockage is the most specific sign of fecal impaction, also known as
a bowel obstruction.
Dyspnea is a term that refers to difficulty with which of the following?
A..Urinating
B.Breathing
C.Defecating
D.Swallowing - (answer) B. Breathing
Dyspnea is a term that refers to difficulty with breathing.
Which of the following statements is true about Alzheimer's residents?
A. An increased appetite is common as Alzheimer's progresses.
B. Residents can never be reoriented because they will immediately forget it.
C. The resident may become confused, but hallucinations are never a part of Alzheimer's.
D. It is important to maintain a routine to avoid confusion and overstimulation. - (answer) D. It is
important to maintain a routine to avoid confusion and overstimulation.
COMPLETE 300
The nursing assistant knows that the responsibilities of the position do NOT include?
A. Helping a resident to bathe.
B. Administering a medication.
C. Keeping a resident's room tidy.
D. Applying an icepack as ordered. - (answer) B. Administering a medication.
Nursing assistants may not administer medications, it is not within their scope of practice. Only RNs,
LPNs, and other properly licensed personnel may give medications.
Which of the following would be considered an example of battery toward a patient?
A. The nursing assistant cleans the resident's glasses.
B. The nursing assistant asks for permission before touching the resident to assist them to the bathroom.
C. The nursing assistant bathes the resident without his or her permission.
D.The nursing assistant keeps a resident isolated from others as a form of punishment. - (answer) C.
The nursing assistant bathes the resident without his or her permission.
Bathing a resident without his or her permission is an example of battery. Keeping a resident isolated
from others as a form of punishment is an example of involuntary seclusion.
The nursing assistant suspects that a resident in the facility is being abused due to multiple unexplained
bruises, refusal to answer most questions, and refusal of ADLs. Which of the following actions should the
nursing assistant take next?
A. Notify the nurse assigned to care for the patient about the bruises.
B. Report the suspected situation to the nursing assistant's immediate supervisor.
C. Ask the resident repeatedly to identify an abuser.
D. Wait for more proof in order to identify the abuser. - (answer) B. Report the suspected situation to
the nursing assistant's immediate supervisor.
,CNA HEADMASTER EXAM AND PRACTICE EXAM AND STUDYGUIDE NEWEST 2025 ACTUAL EXAM
COMPLETE 300
Abuse in nursing facilities, or even suspicion of abuse, should be reported immediately to the nursing
assistant's supervisor. This requires more intervention than the nursing assistant's scope of practice
covers. Waiting or notifying the nurse only about bruises may delay getting the resident help.
MRSA is an example of which of the following?
A. A resistant strain of bacteria that is difficult to treat with antibiotics.
B. A bacterial strain that is easy to treat with antibiotics.
C. A mnemonic to remember how to act if there is a fire in the facility.
D. A set of activity guidelines designed to keep residents safe. - (answer) A. A resistant strain of bacteria
that is difficult to treat with antibiotics.
MRSA stands for methacillinn-resistant Staphylococcus aureus and is very resistant to most antibiotic
treatments.
What is the best way for a nursing assistant to prevent infection?
A. Use standard precautions when caring for residents.
B. Apply an antiseptic hand rub before and after caring for residents.
C. Wear gloves when in contact with body fluids.
D. Frequent hand washing. - (answer) D. Frequent hand washing.
Frequent hand washing is the best way to prevent infection without a doubt. The other measures are
supportive.
Which of the following is a key part of care when administering a bath to a resident?
A. Clean the perineal area of a patient before assisting them to clean their face.
B. Use cool water when bathing the patient to promote better circulation.
,CNA HEADMASTER EXAM AND PRACTICE EXAM AND STUDYGUIDE NEWEST 2025 ACTUAL EXAM
COMPLETE 300
C. Allow participation in care to promote a sense of independence.
D. Perform all care for the resident in order to conserve their energy. - (answer) C. Allow participation
in care to promote a sense of independence.
Allowing the resident to participate in care will raise their self esteem and allow autonomy. It is
inappropriate to clean the perineal area before the face, or to use cool water rather than comfortably
warm water
A nursing assistant cares for a resident. Which of the following skin care measures are correct?
A. The nursing assistant does not begin perineal care until a second staff member is present.
B. The nursing assistant notes an unblanchable red area on the resident's sacrum and reports it to the
nurse.
C. The nursing assistant applies talcum powder beneath the abdominal folds of the resident.
D. The nursing assistant applies a prescription ointment as ordered. - (answer) B. The nursing assistant
notes an unblanchable red area on the resident's sacrum and reports it to the nurse.
It is the duty of the nursing assistant to report any red pressure spots on the resident to the nurse. The
nursing assistant may not apply any prescription ointments. Talcum powder is not recommended. A
second staff member is not needed for perineal care.
Before shaving a resident, the nursing assistant checks for which of the following items in the resident's
care plan?
A. Shaving instructions related to problems or issues clotting.
B. History of a heart condition.
C. Presence of the resident's razor from home.
D.Any previous refusal of ADLs. - (answer) A. Shaving instructions related to problems or issues clotting
It is necessary to check the shaving instructions in the resident's plan of care to be aware of any
problems clotting and the necessity of using an electric razor as opposed to a traditional one.
, CNA HEADMASTER EXAM AND PRACTICE EXAM AND STUDYGUIDE NEWEST 2025 ACTUAL EXAM
COMPLETE 300
Fecal impaction may present with which of the following symptoms?
A. Dark urine.
B. Excessive flatulence.
C. Small, watery leakage of stool.
D. Abdominal pain. - (answer) C. Small, watery leakage of stool.
The watery leakage of stool around a blockage is the most specific sign of fecal impaction, also known as
a bowel obstruction.
Dyspnea is a term that refers to difficulty with which of the following?
A..Urinating
B.Breathing
C.Defecating
D.Swallowing - (answer) B. Breathing
Dyspnea is a term that refers to difficulty with breathing.
Which of the following statements is true about Alzheimer's residents?
A. An increased appetite is common as Alzheimer's progresses.
B. Residents can never be reoriented because they will immediately forget it.
C. The resident may become confused, but hallucinations are never a part of Alzheimer's.
D. It is important to maintain a routine to avoid confusion and overstimulation. - (answer) D. It is
important to maintain a routine to avoid confusion and overstimulation.
