CNA Oregon State Exam(nursing assistant
state exam for Oregon)
Which of the following statements is true of linen?
A. Linen should be carried close to the NAs uniform.
B. Linen should be shaken to remove wrinkles.
C. Dirty linens should be removed by rolling it away from NA.
D. Linen can be taken from one resident's room into another resident's
room.
(Ans- C. Dirty linens should be removed by rolling it away from NA.
Which of the following terms describes a bed that is completely made, with
the bedspread and blankets in place?
A. Closed bed
B. Open bed
C. Occupied bed
D. Unoccupied bed
(Ans- A. Closed bed
In which type of environment do microorganisms thrive?
A. Cool, dry environments
B. Clean, cold environments
C. Dry, hot environments
D. Warm, moist environments
(Ans- D. Warm, moist environments
Where should the call light be placed when a nursing assistant leaves a
resident's room?
A. On the bedside table beside the telephone
B. Next to the television remote
C. Within the resident's reach
D. On a chair next to the resident's bed
(Ans- C. Within the resident's reach
,The circadian rhythm is
A. The 24 hour day-night cycle
B. The lack of ability to fall asleep or stay asleep
C. Deep sleep that helps the body renew
D. The habit of taking short naps throughout the day
(Ans- A. The 24 hour day-night cycle
Which of the following is an example of an activity of daily living (ADL)?
A. Praying
B. Eating
C. Reading
D. Talking to a family member
(Ans- B. Eating
What is good way for nursing assistant to promote respect, dignity, and
privacy when helping a resident with care?
A. If a resident takes too long to choose a shirt for the day, the NA should
choose one for her.
B. The NA should knock on the door while a resident is in the bathroom to
see if the resident can finish quickly.
C. The NA should encourage the resident to do as much as possible for
herself.
D. The NA should ask the resident to move faster if she is not moving
quickly enough.
(Ans- C. The NA should encourage the resident to do as much as possible
for herself.
How does the skin appear when it first begins to break down?
A. Skin looks like a deep crater.
B. Skin turns red or, in darker skin, a different color than surrounding area
C. Skin is covered with bruises.
D. Skin has raised blisters.
(Ans- B. Skin turns red or, in darker skin, a different color than surrounding
area
,Which of the following is a condition that increases the risk of pressure
injuries?
A. Flexibility
B. Cold air
C. Good circulation
D. Restricted mobility
(Ans- D. Restricted mobility
Which of the following statement is true about pressure injuries?
A. Pressure injuries are usually caused by exercising too much.
B. Pressure injuries are difficult to heal but do not hurt much.
C. Pressure injuries are impossible to prevent.
D. Pressure injuries can lead to life-threatening infections.
(Ans- D. Pressure injuries can lead to life-threatening infections.
Which of the following is at higher risk of skin breakdown?
A. Front of neck
B. Face
C. Tailbone (sacrum)
D. Hands
(Ans- C. Tailbone (sacrum)
A nursing assistant should reposition immobile residents at least every
A. Two hours
B. Three hours
C. Ten minutes
D. Twenty minutes
(Ans- A. Two hours
A keeps the covers form pushing down on a resident's feet.
A. Hand roll
B. Bed cradle
C. Trochanter roll
D. Draw sheet
(Ans- B. Bed cradle
, Which of the following should be washed every day?
A. Hair
B. Perineum
C. Chest
D. Knees
(Ans- B. Perineum
When bathing a resident, a nursing assistant should
A. Leave the resident alone to promote self-care
B. Get each item needed as the resident asks for it
C. Use bath oil to moisturize the resident's skin
D. Make sure the room is warm enough before beginning
(Ans- D. Make sure the room is warm enough before beginning
When cleaning the perineal area, the NA should
A. Work from front to back
B. Work from back to front
C. Work from side to side
D. Work from dirtiest to cleanest
(Ans- A. Work from front to back
Which of the following is true of nail care?
A. An accidental cut when providing nail care poses no great risk.
B. An orangewood stick should be used to smooth calluses and corns.
C. Nail care should be provided if it has been assigned and when the nails
are dirty.
D. A resident's toenails should be trimmed by the NA when they are long.
(Ans- C. Nail care should be provided if it has been assigned and when the
nails are dirty.
state exam for Oregon)
Which of the following statements is true of linen?
A. Linen should be carried close to the NAs uniform.
B. Linen should be shaken to remove wrinkles.
C. Dirty linens should be removed by rolling it away from NA.
D. Linen can be taken from one resident's room into another resident's
room.
(Ans- C. Dirty linens should be removed by rolling it away from NA.
Which of the following terms describes a bed that is completely made, with
the bedspread and blankets in place?
A. Closed bed
B. Open bed
C. Occupied bed
D. Unoccupied bed
(Ans- A. Closed bed
In which type of environment do microorganisms thrive?
A. Cool, dry environments
B. Clean, cold environments
C. Dry, hot environments
D. Warm, moist environments
(Ans- D. Warm, moist environments
Where should the call light be placed when a nursing assistant leaves a
resident's room?
A. On the bedside table beside the telephone
B. Next to the television remote
C. Within the resident's reach
D. On a chair next to the resident's bed
(Ans- C. Within the resident's reach
,The circadian rhythm is
A. The 24 hour day-night cycle
B. The lack of ability to fall asleep or stay asleep
C. Deep sleep that helps the body renew
D. The habit of taking short naps throughout the day
(Ans- A. The 24 hour day-night cycle
Which of the following is an example of an activity of daily living (ADL)?
A. Praying
B. Eating
C. Reading
D. Talking to a family member
(Ans- B. Eating
What is good way for nursing assistant to promote respect, dignity, and
privacy when helping a resident with care?
A. If a resident takes too long to choose a shirt for the day, the NA should
choose one for her.
B. The NA should knock on the door while a resident is in the bathroom to
see if the resident can finish quickly.
C. The NA should encourage the resident to do as much as possible for
herself.
D. The NA should ask the resident to move faster if she is not moving
quickly enough.
(Ans- C. The NA should encourage the resident to do as much as possible
for herself.
How does the skin appear when it first begins to break down?
A. Skin looks like a deep crater.
B. Skin turns red or, in darker skin, a different color than surrounding area
C. Skin is covered with bruises.
D. Skin has raised blisters.
(Ans- B. Skin turns red or, in darker skin, a different color than surrounding
area
,Which of the following is a condition that increases the risk of pressure
injuries?
A. Flexibility
B. Cold air
C. Good circulation
D. Restricted mobility
(Ans- D. Restricted mobility
Which of the following statement is true about pressure injuries?
A. Pressure injuries are usually caused by exercising too much.
B. Pressure injuries are difficult to heal but do not hurt much.
C. Pressure injuries are impossible to prevent.
D. Pressure injuries can lead to life-threatening infections.
(Ans- D. Pressure injuries can lead to life-threatening infections.
Which of the following is at higher risk of skin breakdown?
A. Front of neck
B. Face
C. Tailbone (sacrum)
D. Hands
(Ans- C. Tailbone (sacrum)
A nursing assistant should reposition immobile residents at least every
A. Two hours
B. Three hours
C. Ten minutes
D. Twenty minutes
(Ans- A. Two hours
A keeps the covers form pushing down on a resident's feet.
A. Hand roll
B. Bed cradle
C. Trochanter roll
D. Draw sheet
(Ans- B. Bed cradle
, Which of the following should be washed every day?
A. Hair
B. Perineum
C. Chest
D. Knees
(Ans- B. Perineum
When bathing a resident, a nursing assistant should
A. Leave the resident alone to promote self-care
B. Get each item needed as the resident asks for it
C. Use bath oil to moisturize the resident's skin
D. Make sure the room is warm enough before beginning
(Ans- D. Make sure the room is warm enough before beginning
When cleaning the perineal area, the NA should
A. Work from front to back
B. Work from back to front
C. Work from side to side
D. Work from dirtiest to cleanest
(Ans- A. Work from front to back
Which of the following is true of nail care?
A. An accidental cut when providing nail care poses no great risk.
B. An orangewood stick should be used to smooth calluses and corns.
C. Nail care should be provided if it has been assigned and when the nails
are dirty.
D. A resident's toenails should be trimmed by the NA when they are long.
(Ans- C. Nail care should be provided if it has been assigned and when the
nails are dirty.
