CNA 2024 Exam || QUESTIONS WITH A+ GRADED
SOLUTIONS!!
Which of the following is the BEST way to prevent the spreading of germs? correct answers
hand washing before and after patient care
Which of the following is an example of subjective information? correct answers the patient's
pain level is 7/10
You need to use a hoyer lift to transfer a patient. The patient is a two-assist. You're in a hurry.
You bring the hoyer lift into the room and the resident asks, "Are you going to get someone
to help you?" What should you tell the patient? correct answers yes, I will get another CNA
to help. your safety comes first.
You have a patient that is on a bowel regimen but he has not had a bowel movement in 4
days. What is your next step? correct answers report this to the charge nurse
You have a patient on strict dysphagia precautions. The cafeteria sent her up a lunch tray.
What item would you question if it arrived on the patient's tray? correct answers regular
orange juice
The patient is lying in the supine position. In what position is the patient's bed? correct
answers flat
What is one reason why performing post-mortem care is essential? correct answers post
mortem care is crucial in maintaining the dignity and respect of the patient
You are assisting a resident with ambulation. This patient uses a cane for ambulation. How
should you assist this patient? correct answers stand on the patients weaker side
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) understands that volunteering in the community,
joining a senior citizen group, and exploring new hobbies and interests can help make the
elder person's life more fulfilling. These activities can do what for the resident's outlook?
correct answers Give a sense of purpose
You are caring for a patient that tells you, "I overheard the nurse telling my roommate that
my roommate has cancer. Is he going to be okay? What type of cancer is it?" You know that
you should correct answers Explain to your patient that his roommate's health is confidential
and that you are therefore unable to share any information.
Which of the following happens when a patient has a stroke? correct answers the patient may
have drooping of one side of the face
Which of these are important for the care of a diabetic patient? correct answers keep his feet
dry and warm with dry, clean socks
A resident is hitting and kicking you while you and another CNA are trying to provide care.
What should you do? correct answers ask the second CNA to get the nurse
, You are providing education to a female resident about proper perineal care to promote self
care. You explain to your patient that it is important to wipe from the front to the back to
prevent bacteria from spreading from the rectum to the what? correct answers urinary meatus
The CNA measures the blood pressure of a client to be 200/ 180. The client is not in distress.
What should the CNA do next? correct answers Ensure the blood pressure cuff used is the
correct size and repeat the measurement
You notice a resident screaming at a co-worker? What should the aide do? correct answers
call the charge nurse
Bedmaking technique includes eliminating wrinkles in the sheets. The CNA knows this
technique assists to: correct answers prevent pressure sores
You have a 70 year old patient that is usually pleasant and easy going. Today she has
cognitive delays, is hitting and kicking, and does not know who the staff are. Which
condition is the patient likely experiencing? correct answers urinary tract infection
You are assisting a diabetic patient with eating and he only finished 25% of his meal. What
should you do? correct answers report this to the nurse in charge
You have been busy during your 12 hour shift and haven't been able to empty your patient's
Foley bag. You go in right before your shift is over to document output. What output amount
would bring caution? correct answers 350ml
You have a patient experiencing the end of life. What would you expect the plan of care to
include? correct answers ways to provide optimal comfort to the patient and family
Which of the following represents the correct selection of size for a blood pressure cuff?
correct answers The width of the cuff is approximately 40% of the circumference of the arm
The resident refuses to eat vegetables with meals or as snacks. The CNA should: correct
answers Notify the nurse so their nutritional status can be evaluated.
The Certified Nursing Assistant is aware that the resident sleeping more than usual, lack of
interest in once-loved activities, and withdrawal from family and friends can be a sign of
what condition? correct answers depression
Which of the following interventions should the CNA use to promote skin integrity? correct
answers Pad bony prominences when in bed
The care plan for a client indicates they should be repositioned every two hours when in bed.
Which of the following is the rationale for this nursing intervention? correct answers prevent
skin breakdown
You have an infant that you are caring for on your unit. What is the MOST accurate way to
retrieve a temperature on this patient? correct answers rectally
If asked to sign a resident's will, the CNA should: correct answers decline and notify the
nurse
SOLUTIONS!!
Which of the following is the BEST way to prevent the spreading of germs? correct answers
hand washing before and after patient care
Which of the following is an example of subjective information? correct answers the patient's
pain level is 7/10
You need to use a hoyer lift to transfer a patient. The patient is a two-assist. You're in a hurry.
You bring the hoyer lift into the room and the resident asks, "Are you going to get someone
to help you?" What should you tell the patient? correct answers yes, I will get another CNA
to help. your safety comes first.
You have a patient that is on a bowel regimen but he has not had a bowel movement in 4
days. What is your next step? correct answers report this to the charge nurse
You have a patient on strict dysphagia precautions. The cafeteria sent her up a lunch tray.
What item would you question if it arrived on the patient's tray? correct answers regular
orange juice
The patient is lying in the supine position. In what position is the patient's bed? correct
answers flat
What is one reason why performing post-mortem care is essential? correct answers post
mortem care is crucial in maintaining the dignity and respect of the patient
You are assisting a resident with ambulation. This patient uses a cane for ambulation. How
should you assist this patient? correct answers stand on the patients weaker side
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) understands that volunteering in the community,
joining a senior citizen group, and exploring new hobbies and interests can help make the
elder person's life more fulfilling. These activities can do what for the resident's outlook?
correct answers Give a sense of purpose
You are caring for a patient that tells you, "I overheard the nurse telling my roommate that
my roommate has cancer. Is he going to be okay? What type of cancer is it?" You know that
you should correct answers Explain to your patient that his roommate's health is confidential
and that you are therefore unable to share any information.
Which of the following happens when a patient has a stroke? correct answers the patient may
have drooping of one side of the face
Which of these are important for the care of a diabetic patient? correct answers keep his feet
dry and warm with dry, clean socks
A resident is hitting and kicking you while you and another CNA are trying to provide care.
What should you do? correct answers ask the second CNA to get the nurse
, You are providing education to a female resident about proper perineal care to promote self
care. You explain to your patient that it is important to wipe from the front to the back to
prevent bacteria from spreading from the rectum to the what? correct answers urinary meatus
The CNA measures the blood pressure of a client to be 200/ 180. The client is not in distress.
What should the CNA do next? correct answers Ensure the blood pressure cuff used is the
correct size and repeat the measurement
You notice a resident screaming at a co-worker? What should the aide do? correct answers
call the charge nurse
Bedmaking technique includes eliminating wrinkles in the sheets. The CNA knows this
technique assists to: correct answers prevent pressure sores
You have a 70 year old patient that is usually pleasant and easy going. Today she has
cognitive delays, is hitting and kicking, and does not know who the staff are. Which
condition is the patient likely experiencing? correct answers urinary tract infection
You are assisting a diabetic patient with eating and he only finished 25% of his meal. What
should you do? correct answers report this to the nurse in charge
You have been busy during your 12 hour shift and haven't been able to empty your patient's
Foley bag. You go in right before your shift is over to document output. What output amount
would bring caution? correct answers 350ml
You have a patient experiencing the end of life. What would you expect the plan of care to
include? correct answers ways to provide optimal comfort to the patient and family
Which of the following represents the correct selection of size for a blood pressure cuff?
correct answers The width of the cuff is approximately 40% of the circumference of the arm
The resident refuses to eat vegetables with meals or as snacks. The CNA should: correct
answers Notify the nurse so their nutritional status can be evaluated.
The Certified Nursing Assistant is aware that the resident sleeping more than usual, lack of
interest in once-loved activities, and withdrawal from family and friends can be a sign of
what condition? correct answers depression
Which of the following interventions should the CNA use to promote skin integrity? correct
answers Pad bony prominences when in bed
The care plan for a client indicates they should be repositioned every two hours when in bed.
Which of the following is the rationale for this nursing intervention? correct answers prevent
skin breakdown
You have an infant that you are caring for on your unit. What is the MOST accurate way to
retrieve a temperature on this patient? correct answers rectally
If asked to sign a resident's will, the CNA should: correct answers decline and notify the
nurse
