CNA Prometric Exam Practice Questions
With Best Answers Scored A+
A patient has been in wrist restraints for 2 hrs and you are assigned to remove the
restraints to reposition the patient. Where should the restraints be secured after
repositioning? - CORRECT ANSWER-To a non-moving part of the bed( bed frame)
Elderly persons often do not experience thirst and are at risk of? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Dehydration
A patient that needs no nursing interventions ( such as injections, IV, therapy, wound
care, tube feedings or intensive symptom monitoring) but is unable to care for himself in
his own home would probably be found in a? - CORRECT ANSWER-Assisted Living
Facility
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 ANSWER-"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 ANSWER-
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 ANSWER-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 ANSWER-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 ANSWER-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 ANSWER-Leave the room immediately and get the nurse's attention quickly.
CNAs should promote safety in patient environments by removing? - CORRECT
ANSWER-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 ANSWER-Refuse to perform the task for patient safety
Performing foot care regularly gives the CNA an opportunity to: - CORRECT ANSWER-
Notice any red areas, wounds, sores, rashes or other abnormalities
To properly perform the Heimlich Maneuver, you would? - CORRECT ANSWER-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 ANSWER-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 ANSWER-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
ANSWER-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 ANSWER-Report the change to the nurse
What is an important step to take before bathing a patient? - CORRECT ANSWER-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 ANSWER-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 ANSWER-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 ANSWER-"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
ANSWER-Nodding to show agreement, interest and acknowledgment when another is
talking
With Best Answers Scored A+
A patient has been in wrist restraints for 2 hrs and you are assigned to remove the
restraints to reposition the patient. Where should the restraints be secured after
repositioning? - CORRECT ANSWER-To a non-moving part of the bed( bed frame)
Elderly persons often do not experience thirst and are at risk of? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Dehydration
A patient that needs no nursing interventions ( such as injections, IV, therapy, wound
care, tube feedings or intensive symptom monitoring) but is unable to care for himself in
his own home would probably be found in a? - CORRECT ANSWER-Assisted Living
Facility
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 ANSWER-"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 ANSWER-
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 ANSWER-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 ANSWER-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 ANSWER-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 ANSWER-Leave the room immediately and get the nurse's attention quickly.
CNAs should promote safety in patient environments by removing? - CORRECT
ANSWER-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 ANSWER-Refuse to perform the task for patient safety
Performing foot care regularly gives the CNA an opportunity to: - CORRECT ANSWER-
Notice any red areas, wounds, sores, rashes or other abnormalities
To properly perform the Heimlich Maneuver, you would? - CORRECT ANSWER-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 ANSWER-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 ANSWER-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
ANSWER-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 ANSWER-Report the change to the nurse
What is an important step to take before bathing a patient? - CORRECT ANSWER-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 ANSWER-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 ANSWER-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 ANSWER-"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
ANSWER-Nodding to show agreement, interest and acknowledgment when another is
talking
