CNA quiz (75 questions) With Correct
Answers
When coping with their own feelings about death, the CNA should - ANSWER-Realize
that it is ok to be sad
Which of the following are signs and symptoms of HYPERglycemia - ANSWER-
Frequent urination, thirst, and hunger, sudden weight loss.
A correct statement about a nutritionally complete liquid diet is that - ANSWER-It can be
given by mouth or by tube feeding
A resident with Alzheimers was calm and pleasant at lunch. The evening CNA checked
on him at 8pm. The resident is agitated, more confused, and restless. What is the
resident experiencing? - ANSWER-Sundowning
The CNA is to keep a detailed record of Mr.Jones I&O. When emptying his urinal, the
CNA should - ANSWER-Pour urine into a graduated measuring container and record
the output
Mrs. Lobsters care plan indicates that powder should be applied under her breast in the
morning and again in the evening. What should a CNA be aware of regarding the
powder? - ANSWER-Powder is used to absorb moisture in skin folds.
The CNA is to help prepare a resident for moving to another unit. The CNA's
responsibility includes: - ANSWER-Helping the charge nurse make arrangements,
packing belongings, getting a wheelchair.
Mrs. Gordon is a resident at Longview center. She sprained her ankle last month and
now her therapist says she has reached her full potential for walking without a cane.
When walking to the dining room, Mrs.Gordon: - ANSWER-Can decide for herself if she
should use a cane.
Which of the following approaches by the CNA would help the resident's emotional
needs, as well as the needs for love and belonging? - ANSWER-Accept residents as
they are and try to focus on the positives
When caring for a resident with an indwelling urinary catheter, the drainage bag should
be kept: - ANSWER-below the level of the bladder.
Which are the correct steps for preparing to take a rectal temperature? - ANSWER-
Position the resident on his/her side with upper leg flexed, shake the thermometer to
94F or below, and lubricate the bulb end of the thermometer.
, Mr.Smith played the saxophone in college and really loves "Big band" music. The CNA
should: - ANSWER-Confer/talk with the activities director to develop an activity involving
his love for music
A CNA receives the following instructions from the charge nurse regarding a resident:
BP q AM, amb. BID. TO carry through on these instructions, the CNA should take: -
ANSWER-Blood pressure each morning, ambulate two times a day.
A CNA often observes whether a residents skin is hot or cold, or wet or dry. The method
of observation used for this is - ANSWER-Touching
When caring for a resident with an established colostomy, a CNA can: - ANSWER-
Monitor and observe the skin around the stoma for breakdown
A CNA has completed his/her daily assignment with time to spare. The CNA should: -
ANSWER-Take the time to study for his/her next test.
One of the responsibilities of the CNA in the admission of a new resident is to: -
ANSWER-check the resident's vital signs, and ht, and wt.
To help prevent residents from getting burned, a CNA should - ANSWER-check the
water temperature in tub and shower.
Which of the following is a purpose of transmission-based precautions? - ANSWER-
protect infected residents from further infection
When caring for a resident who is unconsious, unresponsive, or comatose, the CNA
knows they must never: - ANSWER-give oral food or fluids
Because of a power failure, breakfast will be an hour late. Who should be served first? -
ANSWER-Mr. Broderick, who is diabetic.
Mrs. Timberlake has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's and is in stage 3 of the disease.
Which symptom would be most common in this stage? - ANSWER-disorentiation to
person, place, and time.
Mrs. Timberlake has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's and is in stage 3 of the disease.
The CNA understands that means Mrs.Timberlake has: - ANSWER-A type of dementia
that is progressive and causes confusion.
Mrs. Timberlake has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's and is in stage 3 of the disease.
She is upset because she can't remember what day it is and is afraid she is late for
work. The CNA asks Mrs.Timberlake about her job and how she can help him get
ready.
The CNA is using which type of therapy. - ANSWER-Validation therapy.
Answers
When coping with their own feelings about death, the CNA should - ANSWER-Realize
that it is ok to be sad
Which of the following are signs and symptoms of HYPERglycemia - ANSWER-
Frequent urination, thirst, and hunger, sudden weight loss.
A correct statement about a nutritionally complete liquid diet is that - ANSWER-It can be
given by mouth or by tube feeding
A resident with Alzheimers was calm and pleasant at lunch. The evening CNA checked
on him at 8pm. The resident is agitated, more confused, and restless. What is the
resident experiencing? - ANSWER-Sundowning
The CNA is to keep a detailed record of Mr.Jones I&O. When emptying his urinal, the
CNA should - ANSWER-Pour urine into a graduated measuring container and record
the output
Mrs. Lobsters care plan indicates that powder should be applied under her breast in the
morning and again in the evening. What should a CNA be aware of regarding the
powder? - ANSWER-Powder is used to absorb moisture in skin folds.
The CNA is to help prepare a resident for moving to another unit. The CNA's
responsibility includes: - ANSWER-Helping the charge nurse make arrangements,
packing belongings, getting a wheelchair.
Mrs. Gordon is a resident at Longview center. She sprained her ankle last month and
now her therapist says she has reached her full potential for walking without a cane.
When walking to the dining room, Mrs.Gordon: - ANSWER-Can decide for herself if she
should use a cane.
Which of the following approaches by the CNA would help the resident's emotional
needs, as well as the needs for love and belonging? - ANSWER-Accept residents as
they are and try to focus on the positives
When caring for a resident with an indwelling urinary catheter, the drainage bag should
be kept: - ANSWER-below the level of the bladder.
Which are the correct steps for preparing to take a rectal temperature? - ANSWER-
Position the resident on his/her side with upper leg flexed, shake the thermometer to
94F or below, and lubricate the bulb end of the thermometer.
, Mr.Smith played the saxophone in college and really loves "Big band" music. The CNA
should: - ANSWER-Confer/talk with the activities director to develop an activity involving
his love for music
A CNA receives the following instructions from the charge nurse regarding a resident:
BP q AM, amb. BID. TO carry through on these instructions, the CNA should take: -
ANSWER-Blood pressure each morning, ambulate two times a day.
A CNA often observes whether a residents skin is hot or cold, or wet or dry. The method
of observation used for this is - ANSWER-Touching
When caring for a resident with an established colostomy, a CNA can: - ANSWER-
Monitor and observe the skin around the stoma for breakdown
A CNA has completed his/her daily assignment with time to spare. The CNA should: -
ANSWER-Take the time to study for his/her next test.
One of the responsibilities of the CNA in the admission of a new resident is to: -
ANSWER-check the resident's vital signs, and ht, and wt.
To help prevent residents from getting burned, a CNA should - ANSWER-check the
water temperature in tub and shower.
Which of the following is a purpose of transmission-based precautions? - ANSWER-
protect infected residents from further infection
When caring for a resident who is unconsious, unresponsive, or comatose, the CNA
knows they must never: - ANSWER-give oral food or fluids
Because of a power failure, breakfast will be an hour late. Who should be served first? -
ANSWER-Mr. Broderick, who is diabetic.
Mrs. Timberlake has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's and is in stage 3 of the disease.
Which symptom would be most common in this stage? - ANSWER-disorentiation to
person, place, and time.
Mrs. Timberlake has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's and is in stage 3 of the disease.
The CNA understands that means Mrs.Timberlake has: - ANSWER-A type of dementia
that is progressive and causes confusion.
Mrs. Timberlake has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's and is in stage 3 of the disease.
She is upset because she can't remember what day it is and is afraid she is late for
work. The CNA asks Mrs.Timberlake about her job and how she can help him get
ready.
The CNA is using which type of therapy. - ANSWER-Validation therapy.
