CNA PRACTICE TEST 70 QUESTIONS AND DETAILED
ANSWERS|ALREADY GRADED A
A CNA is recording the 24-hour urine output of a patient with kidney
issues. What 24-hour urine value would warrant a report to the nurse?
A. 800cc
B. 1400cc
C. 1900cc
D. 600cc Correct Ans- D. 600cc
A resident drinks 8 oz. of milk during lunch, but the standard
measurement of documentation in the facility is cubic centimeters (cc).
What value would the NA record?
A. 240cc
B. 360cc
C. 120cc
D. 8cc Correct Ans- A. 240cc
The NA prepares to give a bed bath. Before turning the patient to rub
their back, the NA notices that he has a Foley Catheter in place. Where
should the NA secure the catheter to ensure it's not pulled during the
bath?
A. to the lateral aspect of the patient's thigh
B. to the bed sheet
C. to the medial aspect of the patient's thigh
D. to the bed Correct Ans- A. to the lateral aspect of the patient's thigh
,A patient just received news about the death of his spouse. He states to
the NA "I can't believe this has happened to me. I don't know what to do.
How can I live without my wife?" The NA responds with:
A. "you will need more time to cope with this loss."
B. "I understand you're in pain. I'll stay with you."
C. "This kind of thing will happen to everyone eventually."
D. "Do you and your wife have any children togehter?" Correct Ans- B.
"I understand you're in pain. I'll stay with you."
Your patient has a low pulse, seems slightly confused, and has a sweet,
fruity-smelling breath. You suspect___.
A. hypertension
B. hypoglycemia
C. hypotension
D. Hyperglycemia Correct Ans- D. hyperglycemia
Which of these would be inappropriate when caring for a diabetic
patient?
A. keeping the patient's feet clean and dry
B. carefully monitoring and reporting the patient's food consumption
C. ensuring the patient has plenty to eat throughout the day
D. offering the patient a thermal foot soak once a day to relax Correct
Ans- D. offering the patient a thermal foot soak once a day to relax
, A fractured hip is_____.
A. the most difficult injury from which to recover
B. the most frequent injury when a resident falls
C. the most expensive injury for rehabilitation
D. the injury that generates the most complaints from residents Correct
Ans- B. the most frequent injury when a resident falls
As a CNA, you become an advocate for the resident(s) that you care for.
This means you____.
A. help them make difficult decisions regarding their care.
B. ask questions regarding their care.
C. complain when something that they don't like is done.
D. communicate their needs when they might not be able to. Correct
Ans- D. communicate their needs when they might not be able to
You should be careful when changing____. As this is a common site for
unintentionally discarded needles.
A. a resident's bed linens
B. clothing
C. bath towels and washcloths
D. trash bag Correct Ans- A. a resident's bed linens
When having a conversation with a dysphagic patient it's important NOT
to_____.
A. finish what you believe they are trying to say for them.
ANSWERS|ALREADY GRADED A
A CNA is recording the 24-hour urine output of a patient with kidney
issues. What 24-hour urine value would warrant a report to the nurse?
A. 800cc
B. 1400cc
C. 1900cc
D. 600cc Correct Ans- D. 600cc
A resident drinks 8 oz. of milk during lunch, but the standard
measurement of documentation in the facility is cubic centimeters (cc).
What value would the NA record?
A. 240cc
B. 360cc
C. 120cc
D. 8cc Correct Ans- A. 240cc
The NA prepares to give a bed bath. Before turning the patient to rub
their back, the NA notices that he has a Foley Catheter in place. Where
should the NA secure the catheter to ensure it's not pulled during the
bath?
A. to the lateral aspect of the patient's thigh
B. to the bed sheet
C. to the medial aspect of the patient's thigh
D. to the bed Correct Ans- A. to the lateral aspect of the patient's thigh
,A patient just received news about the death of his spouse. He states to
the NA "I can't believe this has happened to me. I don't know what to do.
How can I live without my wife?" The NA responds with:
A. "you will need more time to cope with this loss."
B. "I understand you're in pain. I'll stay with you."
C. "This kind of thing will happen to everyone eventually."
D. "Do you and your wife have any children togehter?" Correct Ans- B.
"I understand you're in pain. I'll stay with you."
Your patient has a low pulse, seems slightly confused, and has a sweet,
fruity-smelling breath. You suspect___.
A. hypertension
B. hypoglycemia
C. hypotension
D. Hyperglycemia Correct Ans- D. hyperglycemia
Which of these would be inappropriate when caring for a diabetic
patient?
A. keeping the patient's feet clean and dry
B. carefully monitoring and reporting the patient's food consumption
C. ensuring the patient has plenty to eat throughout the day
D. offering the patient a thermal foot soak once a day to relax Correct
Ans- D. offering the patient a thermal foot soak once a day to relax
, A fractured hip is_____.
A. the most difficult injury from which to recover
B. the most frequent injury when a resident falls
C. the most expensive injury for rehabilitation
D. the injury that generates the most complaints from residents Correct
Ans- B. the most frequent injury when a resident falls
As a CNA, you become an advocate for the resident(s) that you care for.
This means you____.
A. help them make difficult decisions regarding their care.
B. ask questions regarding their care.
C. complain when something that they don't like is done.
D. communicate their needs when they might not be able to. Correct
Ans- D. communicate their needs when they might not be able to
You should be careful when changing____. As this is a common site for
unintentionally discarded needles.
A. a resident's bed linens
B. clothing
C. bath towels and washcloths
D. trash bag Correct Ans- A. a resident's bed linens
When having a conversation with a dysphagic patient it's important NOT
to_____.
A. finish what you believe they are trying to say for them.
