Headmaster CNA Knowledge Practice Exam
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Which is a good guideline for the NA to follow when communicating with a resident who
has a hearing impairment?
A) NA should approach resident from behind and walk behind her if possible
B) NA should stand or sit so that the resident can see the NA's face, and make sure there
is proper lighting in the room
C) NA should speak loudly to make sure that she is understood
D) NA should exaggerate the pronunciation of certain words so that the resident is more
likely to understand them - answer>>>B) NA should stand or sit so that the resident can
see the NA's face, and make sure there is proper lighting in the room
Which is a good guideline for the NA to follow when helping a visually-impaired resident?
A) NA should look away while speaking to him
B) NA should speak more loudly than normal
C) NA should keep the lights low
D) NA should use the face of an imaginary clock to explain the position of objects -
answer>>>D) NA should use the face of an imaginary clock to explain the position of
objects
A new resident recently fell and broke his hip, which is what prompted his move to the
LCF. He has become very dependent on others for the first time in his life. Even though
the facility is comfortable, provides good medical care, and serves the food he enjoys, he
is depressed. According to Maslows Hierarchy of Needs, which need could the resident be
struggling with?
A) Need for love
B) Need for rest
C) Need for self-esteem
D) Need for safety and security - answer>>>C) Need for self-esteem
A resident has a severe form of cerebral palsy. Which is a guideline for the NA to follow
when providing care for this resident?
, A) NA should help teach activities of daily living (ADL's) by combining many small steps
and teaching the whole task at once
B) NA should not talk to the resident because her cerebral palsy makes it hard for her to
speak clearly
C) NA should help the resident to move slowly, and allow more time for adjusting her
body position
D) Because the resident's cerebral palsy af - answer>>>C) NA should help the resident to
move slowly, and allow more time for adjusting her body position
NA is in the middle of her shift and is behind schedule. She is worried she won't finish all
of the assigned tasks, which include measuring each resident's vital signs, by the end of
her shift. Which is the best choice that she can make in this situation?
A) Because the NA is sure that all of the residents in her care today do not have infections
or contagious diseases, she should not wash her hands before and after taking vital signs
for each resident
B) NA should make up vital sign readings fo - answer>>>C) NA should notify the nurse
Which is an example of a NA using personal protective equipment (PPE) properly?
A) Donning gloves before handling a urinal
B) Donning gloves before helping a resident to dress
C) Donning a face mask before assisting with feeding
D) Donning goggles before combing a resident's hair - answer>>>A) Donning gloves before
handling a urinal
Which infection prevention measures is the best way for an NA to prevent the spread of
disease?
A) Wash hands regularly
B) Hold all used equipment and soiled linens away from the body
C) Avoid touching residents who have known diseases
D) Wear gloves at all times - answer>>>A) Wash hands regularly
After washing her hands, how should an NA turn off the faucet at the sink?
A) Put on clean gloves before turning the water off
B) Use her bare hands to turn the water off
C) Use a clean paper towel to turn the water off
2025–2026 Accurate Real Exam Questions and
Verified Correct Answers JUST RELEASED
Which is a good guideline for the NA to follow when communicating with a resident who
has a hearing impairment?
A) NA should approach resident from behind and walk behind her if possible
B) NA should stand or sit so that the resident can see the NA's face, and make sure there
is proper lighting in the room
C) NA should speak loudly to make sure that she is understood
D) NA should exaggerate the pronunciation of certain words so that the resident is more
likely to understand them - answer>>>B) NA should stand or sit so that the resident can
see the NA's face, and make sure there is proper lighting in the room
Which is a good guideline for the NA to follow when helping a visually-impaired resident?
A) NA should look away while speaking to him
B) NA should speak more loudly than normal
C) NA should keep the lights low
D) NA should use the face of an imaginary clock to explain the position of objects -
answer>>>D) NA should use the face of an imaginary clock to explain the position of
objects
A new resident recently fell and broke his hip, which is what prompted his move to the
LCF. He has become very dependent on others for the first time in his life. Even though
the facility is comfortable, provides good medical care, and serves the food he enjoys, he
is depressed. According to Maslows Hierarchy of Needs, which need could the resident be
struggling with?
A) Need for love
B) Need for rest
C) Need for self-esteem
D) Need for safety and security - answer>>>C) Need for self-esteem
A resident has a severe form of cerebral palsy. Which is a guideline for the NA to follow
when providing care for this resident?
, A) NA should help teach activities of daily living (ADL's) by combining many small steps
and teaching the whole task at once
B) NA should not talk to the resident because her cerebral palsy makes it hard for her to
speak clearly
C) NA should help the resident to move slowly, and allow more time for adjusting her
body position
D) Because the resident's cerebral palsy af - answer>>>C) NA should help the resident to
move slowly, and allow more time for adjusting her body position
NA is in the middle of her shift and is behind schedule. She is worried she won't finish all
of the assigned tasks, which include measuring each resident's vital signs, by the end of
her shift. Which is the best choice that she can make in this situation?
A) Because the NA is sure that all of the residents in her care today do not have infections
or contagious diseases, she should not wash her hands before and after taking vital signs
for each resident
B) NA should make up vital sign readings fo - answer>>>C) NA should notify the nurse
Which is an example of a NA using personal protective equipment (PPE) properly?
A) Donning gloves before handling a urinal
B) Donning gloves before helping a resident to dress
C) Donning a face mask before assisting with feeding
D) Donning goggles before combing a resident's hair - answer>>>A) Donning gloves before
handling a urinal
Which infection prevention measures is the best way for an NA to prevent the spread of
disease?
A) Wash hands regularly
B) Hold all used equipment and soiled linens away from the body
C) Avoid touching residents who have known diseases
D) Wear gloves at all times - answer>>>A) Wash hands regularly
After washing her hands, how should an NA turn off the faucet at the sink?
A) Put on clean gloves before turning the water off
B) Use her bare hands to turn the water off
C) Use a clean paper towel to turn the water off
