LNA Week 6 Comprehensive Quiz (2026/2027 Update)
1. Which of the following is considered an objective observation?
A. The resident says they have a headache.
B. The resident feels nauseous.
C. The resident’s blood pressure is 140/90.
D. The resident reports feeling dizzy.
Answer: C
Rationale: Objective data is information that can be measured or observed using the
senses, such as vital signs or rashes.
2. When performing perineal care on a female resident, the LNA should always
wipe:
A. From front to back.
B. From side to side.
C. From back to front.
D. In a circular motion.
Answer: A
,Rationale: Wiping from front to back (cleanest to dirtiest) prevents the spread of bacteria
from the anal area to the urinary tract.
3. What is the first sign of a developing pressure ulcer?
A. Open skin with drainage.
B. Blackened necrotic tissue.
C. Blistering.
D. Non-blanchable redness.
Answer: D
Rationale: Stage 1 pressure ulcers are characterized by redness that does not fade
(blanch) when pressed.
4. When a resident is on a ‘Clear Liquid Diet’, which of the following is
permitted?
A. Orange juice with pulp.
B. Milkshake.
C. Tomato soup.
D. Apple juice.
Answer: D
, Rationale: Clear liquids include water, tea, black coffee, and transparent juices like apple
or grape juice.
5. A resident with Alzheimer’s disease exhibits ‘sundowning’. This means they:
A. Prefer to sit by the window in the sun.
B. Sleep significantly more during the day.
C. Wake up very early in the morning.
D. Become more confused and agitated in the evening.
Answer: D
Rationale: Sundowning is a phenomenon where confusion and agitation worsen as
daylight fades into evening.
6. What is the standard normal range for an adult’s resting pulse rate?
A. 60-100 beats per minute.
B. 40-60 beats per minute.
C. 80-120 beats per minute.
D. 100-140 beats per minute.
Answer: A
1. Which of the following is considered an objective observation?
A. The resident says they have a headache.
B. The resident feels nauseous.
C. The resident’s blood pressure is 140/90.
D. The resident reports feeling dizzy.
Answer: C
Rationale: Objective data is information that can be measured or observed using the
senses, such as vital signs or rashes.
2. When performing perineal care on a female resident, the LNA should always
wipe:
A. From front to back.
B. From side to side.
C. From back to front.
D. In a circular motion.
Answer: A
,Rationale: Wiping from front to back (cleanest to dirtiest) prevents the spread of bacteria
from the anal area to the urinary tract.
3. What is the first sign of a developing pressure ulcer?
A. Open skin with drainage.
B. Blackened necrotic tissue.
C. Blistering.
D. Non-blanchable redness.
Answer: D
Rationale: Stage 1 pressure ulcers are characterized by redness that does not fade
(blanch) when pressed.
4. When a resident is on a ‘Clear Liquid Diet’, which of the following is
permitted?
A. Orange juice with pulp.
B. Milkshake.
C. Tomato soup.
D. Apple juice.
Answer: D
, Rationale: Clear liquids include water, tea, black coffee, and transparent juices like apple
or grape juice.
5. A resident with Alzheimer’s disease exhibits ‘sundowning’. This means they:
A. Prefer to sit by the window in the sun.
B. Sleep significantly more during the day.
C. Wake up very early in the morning.
D. Become more confused and agitated in the evening.
Answer: D
Rationale: Sundowning is a phenomenon where confusion and agitation worsen as
daylight fades into evening.
6. What is the standard normal range for an adult’s resting pulse rate?
A. 60-100 beats per minute.
B. 40-60 beats per minute.
C. 80-120 beats per minute.
D. 100-140 beats per minute.
Answer: A
