STNA Practice Exam 1 2026 UPDATE
1. A nursing assistant observes a co-worker roughly handling a resident. What
should the nursing assistant do?
A. Wait and see if it happens again
B. Ignore it as it is not their business
C. Talk to the co-worker about their behavior
D. Report the observation to the charge nurse immediately
Answer: D
Rationale: Suspected abuse must be reported immediately to a supervisor per state and
federal laws to ensure resident safety.
2. When washing hands, for how many seconds should a nursing assistant lather
their hands with soap?
A. 20 seconds
B. 10 seconds
C. 5 seconds
D. 60 seconds
Answer: A
Rationale: The CDC and standard nursing protocols recommend lathering with soap for at
least 20 seconds to effectively remove pathogens.
,3. Which of the following is the correct method for lifting a heavy object?
A. Bend at the knees and lift with your legs
B. Keep your feet together and reach far out
C. Bend at the waist and lift with your back
D. Twist your torso while lifting
Answer: A
Rationale: Using the large muscles in the legs and keeping the back straight prevents
workplace injuries.
4. What is the normal range for an adult oral temperature?
A. 96.6 to 98.6 degrees F
B. 98.6 to 100.6 degrees F
C. 97.6 to 99.6 degrees F
D. 95.0 to 97.0 degrees F
Answer: C
Rationale: 97.6 to 99.6 degrees Fahrenheit is considered the standard range for a healthy
adult oral temperature.
5. In the RACE acronym used for fire safety, what does the ‘R’ stand for?
A. Run for the exit
B. Relocate all equipment
C. Ring the alarm bell
D. Rescue anyone in immediate danger
Answer: D
Rationale: RACE stands for Rescue, Alarm, Contain, and Extinguish/Evacuate.
, 6. A resident is on a ‘low-sodium’ diet. Which food should they avoid?
A. Fresh apples
B. Steamed broccoli
C. Grilled chicken breast
D. Canned soup
Answer: D
Rationale: Canned products are typically very high in sodium compared to fresh or
steamed alternatives.
7. While communicating with a resident who is hearing impaired, the nursing
assistant should:
A. Shout loudly into their ear
B. Speak very fast to get the point across
C. Avoid making eye contact
D. Face the resident and speak clearly
Answer: D
Rationale: Facing the resident allows them to see your lips and facial expressions, which
aids in comprehension.
8. Which of these is considered ‘objective’ data?
A. The resident says they have a headache
B. The resident’s blood pressure is 140/90
C. The resident reports feeling nauseated
D. The resident says they are lonely
Answer: B
Rationale: Objective data is measurable or observable through the senses; subjective data
is what the resident reports.
1. A nursing assistant observes a co-worker roughly handling a resident. What
should the nursing assistant do?
A. Wait and see if it happens again
B. Ignore it as it is not their business
C. Talk to the co-worker about their behavior
D. Report the observation to the charge nurse immediately
Answer: D
Rationale: Suspected abuse must be reported immediately to a supervisor per state and
federal laws to ensure resident safety.
2. When washing hands, for how many seconds should a nursing assistant lather
their hands with soap?
A. 20 seconds
B. 10 seconds
C. 5 seconds
D. 60 seconds
Answer: A
Rationale: The CDC and standard nursing protocols recommend lathering with soap for at
least 20 seconds to effectively remove pathogens.
,3. Which of the following is the correct method for lifting a heavy object?
A. Bend at the knees and lift with your legs
B. Keep your feet together and reach far out
C. Bend at the waist and lift with your back
D. Twist your torso while lifting
Answer: A
Rationale: Using the large muscles in the legs and keeping the back straight prevents
workplace injuries.
4. What is the normal range for an adult oral temperature?
A. 96.6 to 98.6 degrees F
B. 98.6 to 100.6 degrees F
C. 97.6 to 99.6 degrees F
D. 95.0 to 97.0 degrees F
Answer: C
Rationale: 97.6 to 99.6 degrees Fahrenheit is considered the standard range for a healthy
adult oral temperature.
5. In the RACE acronym used for fire safety, what does the ‘R’ stand for?
A. Run for the exit
B. Relocate all equipment
C. Ring the alarm bell
D. Rescue anyone in immediate danger
Answer: D
Rationale: RACE stands for Rescue, Alarm, Contain, and Extinguish/Evacuate.
, 6. A resident is on a ‘low-sodium’ diet. Which food should they avoid?
A. Fresh apples
B. Steamed broccoli
C. Grilled chicken breast
D. Canned soup
Answer: D
Rationale: Canned products are typically very high in sodium compared to fresh or
steamed alternatives.
7. While communicating with a resident who is hearing impaired, the nursing
assistant should:
A. Shout loudly into their ear
B. Speak very fast to get the point across
C. Avoid making eye contact
D. Face the resident and speak clearly
Answer: D
Rationale: Facing the resident allows them to see your lips and facial expressions, which
aids in comprehension.
8. Which of these is considered ‘objective’ data?
A. The resident says they have a headache
B. The resident’s blood pressure is 140/90
C. The resident reports feeling nauseated
D. The resident says they are lonely
Answer: B
Rationale: Objective data is measurable or observable through the senses; subjective data
is what the resident reports.
