CNA Practice Test (100 Questions) Correct 100%

Which of the following should you observe and record when admitting a patient? A. color of the stool and amount of urine voided B. how much the patient has eaten and drunk C. bruises, marks, rashes, or broken skin D. requests the patient makes -ANSWER C. bruises, marks, rashes, or broken skin Failure to notice bruises or marks on the skin on admission may later cause someone to believe you were involved in abuse. When responding to a patient on the intercom, you should A. ask for the patient's name B. say, May I help you? C. give your name and position D. say, The nurse will answer your call -ANSWER C. give your name and position When responding to a patient on the intercom, you should give your name and position. Which of the following things should you do to familiarize a new patient with his or her surroundings? A. show the patient where the call bell is and how to work it B. tell the patient not to operate the TV C. ask visitors to leave the room while you finish admitting the patient D. raise the side rails of the bed and raise the bed to high position -ANSWER A. show the patient where the call bell is and how to work it You should never leave a new admit until the patient knows how to call for help. When arranging a patient's room, you should do all of the following EXCEPT A. check signal cords B. fix the back and knee rests as directed C. administer medications D. check lighting -ANSWER C. administer medications Nursing assistants are never allowed to give medications. When assisting a patient in and out of bed, you should always A. employ body mechanic techniques B. get another person to help C. pull the patient's feet out first, and then lift the back up D. put shoes on the patient because the patient may slip -ANSWER A. employ body mechanic techniques You should always use good body mechanics when moving patients. When should you wash your hands? A. when you notice they look or feel dirty B. when the head nurse tells you to C. at least twice a day D. before and after contact with a patient -ANSWER D. before and after contact with a patient You should wash your hands before and after contact with a patient. Which of the following is the correct procedure for serving a meal to a patient who must be fed? A. serve the tray along with all the other trays, and then come back to feed the patient B. bring the tray to the patient last; feed after you have served all the other patients C. bring the tray into the room when you are ready to feed the patient D. have the kitchen hold the tray for one hour -ANSWER C. bring the tray into the room when you are ready to feed th