CNA Prometric Exam Practice
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? - ANSWER: To a non-moving part of the
bed( bed frame)
Elderly persons often do not experience thirst and are at risk of? - 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? - 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? - 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? - 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? - 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? - 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? - 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? - ANSWER: Leave the room immediately and get the nurse's
attention quickly.
CNAs should promote safety in patient environments by removing? - 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? - ANSWER: Refuse to perform the task for patient
safety
Performing foot care regularly gives the CNA an opportunity to: - ANSWER: Notice any red areas, wounds,
sores, rashes or other abnormalities
To properly perform the Heimlich Maneuver, you would? - 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? - 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? - 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? - 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? -
ANSWER: Report the change to the nurse
What is an important step to take before bathing a patient? - 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? -
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? - 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? - 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 - ANSWER: 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? - ANSWER: 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? - ANSWER: Atrophy
Depression among the elderly: - ANSWER: 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? - ANSWER: 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? - ANSWER: Physical needs : Oxygen, water, food, elimination and rest
Which of the following is NOT considered a sign of a potential infection in a patient? - ANSWER: 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? - ANSWER: The CNA should notify the nurse of
the changes in the patients level of ability
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? - ANSWER: To a non-moving part of the
bed( bed frame)
Elderly persons often do not experience thirst and are at risk of? - 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? - 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? - 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? - 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? - 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? - 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? - 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? - ANSWER: Leave the room immediately and get the nurse's
attention quickly.
CNAs should promote safety in patient environments by removing? - 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? - ANSWER: Refuse to perform the task for patient
safety
Performing foot care regularly gives the CNA an opportunity to: - ANSWER: Notice any red areas, wounds,
sores, rashes or other abnormalities
To properly perform the Heimlich Maneuver, you would? - 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? - 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? - 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? - 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? -
ANSWER: Report the change to the nurse
What is an important step to take before bathing a patient? - 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? -
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? - 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? - 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 - ANSWER: 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? - ANSWER: 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? - ANSWER: Atrophy
Depression among the elderly: - ANSWER: 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? - ANSWER: 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? - ANSWER: Physical needs : Oxygen, water, food, elimination and rest
Which of the following is NOT considered a sign of a potential infection in a patient? - ANSWER: 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? - ANSWER: The CNA should notify the nurse of
the changes in the patients level of ability
