CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
EXAMINATION QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A
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Q1. Which action is the best way to prevent the spread of infection?
A. Wearing gloves at all times
B. Cleaning the resident’s room daily
C. Using hot water for bathing
D. Performing proper hand hygiene
Answer: D
Rationale: Hand hygiene is the single most effective method of preventing
infection transmission in any healthcare setting.
Q2. A resident is on fall precautions. Which intervention should the CNA
perform?
A. Keep all side rails up at all times
B. Ensure call light is within reach
C. Lock the resident’s door
D. Keep the bed in the highest position
Answer: B
Rationale: Having the call light within reach encourages the resident to call for
help, reducing the risk of falls.
,Q3. When communicating with a resident who has hearing loss, the CNA should:
A. Speak loudly into the resident’s ear
B. Face the resident and speak clearly
C. Turn away while speaking
D. Use complex medical terms
Answer: B
Rationale: Facing the resident and speaking clearly improves understanding and
supports lip-reading.
Q4. Which of the following is an example of objective data?
A. Resident states they feel tired
B. Resident says they have pain
C. Resident reports feeling sad
D. Resident’s temperature is 101°F
Answer: D
Rationale: Objective data are measurable findings, such as vital signs.
Q5. The CNA should report which of the following to the nurse immediately?
A. Resident refuses dessert
B. Resident wants to sleep longer
C. Resident complains of mild hunger
D. Resident has new difficulty breathing
Answer: D
Rationale: Breathing difficulty is a medical emergency and must be reported at
once.
Q6. A resident becomes combative during care. What is the CNA’s best action?
, A. Scold the resident
B. Restrain the resident
C. Continue care quickly
D. Step back and ensure safety
Answer: D
Rationale: Ensuring safety for both the resident and CNA is the priority when
aggression occurs.
Q7. When making an occupied bed, the CNA should first:
A. Raise the head of the bed
B. Lower the side rail
C. Wash hands and explain the procedure
D. Remove the blankets
Answer: C
Rationale: Hand hygiene and explanation promote safety and dignity.
Q8. Pressure injuries most often develop over:
A. Arms and thighs
B. Hands and knees
C. Bony prominences
D. Jaw and forehead
Answer: C
Rationale: Areas with minimal fat padding are most prone to pressure-related
skin breakdown.
Q9. When assisting with feeding, the CNA should:
A. Feed the resident quickly
B. Stand over the resident
C. Sit at eye level with the resident
EXAMINATION QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A
| INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
Q1. Which action is the best way to prevent the spread of infection?
A. Wearing gloves at all times
B. Cleaning the resident’s room daily
C. Using hot water for bathing
D. Performing proper hand hygiene
Answer: D
Rationale: Hand hygiene is the single most effective method of preventing
infection transmission in any healthcare setting.
Q2. A resident is on fall precautions. Which intervention should the CNA
perform?
A. Keep all side rails up at all times
B. Ensure call light is within reach
C. Lock the resident’s door
D. Keep the bed in the highest position
Answer: B
Rationale: Having the call light within reach encourages the resident to call for
help, reducing the risk of falls.
,Q3. When communicating with a resident who has hearing loss, the CNA should:
A. Speak loudly into the resident’s ear
B. Face the resident and speak clearly
C. Turn away while speaking
D. Use complex medical terms
Answer: B
Rationale: Facing the resident and speaking clearly improves understanding and
supports lip-reading.
Q4. Which of the following is an example of objective data?
A. Resident states they feel tired
B. Resident says they have pain
C. Resident reports feeling sad
D. Resident’s temperature is 101°F
Answer: D
Rationale: Objective data are measurable findings, such as vital signs.
Q5. The CNA should report which of the following to the nurse immediately?
A. Resident refuses dessert
B. Resident wants to sleep longer
C. Resident complains of mild hunger
D. Resident has new difficulty breathing
Answer: D
Rationale: Breathing difficulty is a medical emergency and must be reported at
once.
Q6. A resident becomes combative during care. What is the CNA’s best action?
, A. Scold the resident
B. Restrain the resident
C. Continue care quickly
D. Step back and ensure safety
Answer: D
Rationale: Ensuring safety for both the resident and CNA is the priority when
aggression occurs.
Q7. When making an occupied bed, the CNA should first:
A. Raise the head of the bed
B. Lower the side rail
C. Wash hands and explain the procedure
D. Remove the blankets
Answer: C
Rationale: Hand hygiene and explanation promote safety and dignity.
Q8. Pressure injuries most often develop over:
A. Arms and thighs
B. Hands and knees
C. Bony prominences
D. Jaw and forehead
Answer: C
Rationale: Areas with minimal fat padding are most prone to pressure-related
skin breakdown.
Q9. When assisting with feeding, the CNA should:
A. Feed the resident quickly
B. Stand over the resident
C. Sit at eye level with the resident
