CNA Written Exam Questions with correct answers
Which of the following is the most comfortable position for a client with a
respiratory problem?
supine
lateral
fowler's
prone Correct Answer - fowler's
when caring for a client who uses a protective device (restraint), the nurse aide
SHOULD
check the client's body alignment
assess the client every hour
release the protective device once per shift
ensure the protective device is tight Correct Answer - check the client's body
alignment
Which of the following best helps reduce pressure on the bony prominences?
flotation mattress
several pillows
repositioning every shift
sheepskin Correct Answer - flotation mattress
A patient who was given insulin in the morning is pale and sweaty and appears
confused two hours later. It would be helpful to find out whether the patient
had visitors that day
had breakfast
,ate too much sugar
has diabetes Correct Answer - had breakfast
most of our calories should come from
vitamins
carbohydrates
fats
protein Correct Answer - carbohydrates
A resident with an ileostomy evacuates feces through the
ileum
anus
jejunum
colon Correct Answer - ileum
oh which side should the patient lie for an enema
left
right
the side closer to the restroom
whichever side is more comfortable Correct Answer - left
signs and symptoms may include
hyperventilation
absence of respiration and pulse
low blood pressure;tachycardia; and clammy, pale skin
, increased blood pressure; bradycardia; and flushed skin Correct Answer - low
blood pressure;tachycardia; and clammy, pale skin
the opening of the colostomy to the outside of the body is called
the stoma
the insertion site
the rectum
none of the above Correct Answer - the stoma
which of the following is the recommended position for giving an enema
prone
semi-fowlers
left sims
supine Correct Answer - left sims
The RN assigns you a task that is in your job description. Which of the following
statements is FALSE?
The RN should give you clear directions before you perform the task.
The RN should check that you have the necessary education and training.
The RN should delegate every non-RN task to you.
The RN can delegate the task to you if it's suitable for the patient. Correct Answer -
The RN should delegate every non-RN task to you.
Which of these is an incorrect procedure for shaving a resident?
Shave upward on the neck.
When shaving the face, start from the chin and shave upward toward the sideburns.
Which of the following is the most comfortable position for a client with a
respiratory problem?
supine
lateral
fowler's
prone Correct Answer - fowler's
when caring for a client who uses a protective device (restraint), the nurse aide
SHOULD
check the client's body alignment
assess the client every hour
release the protective device once per shift
ensure the protective device is tight Correct Answer - check the client's body
alignment
Which of the following best helps reduce pressure on the bony prominences?
flotation mattress
several pillows
repositioning every shift
sheepskin Correct Answer - flotation mattress
A patient who was given insulin in the morning is pale and sweaty and appears
confused two hours later. It would be helpful to find out whether the patient
had visitors that day
had breakfast
,ate too much sugar
has diabetes Correct Answer - had breakfast
most of our calories should come from
vitamins
carbohydrates
fats
protein Correct Answer - carbohydrates
A resident with an ileostomy evacuates feces through the
ileum
anus
jejunum
colon Correct Answer - ileum
oh which side should the patient lie for an enema
left
right
the side closer to the restroom
whichever side is more comfortable Correct Answer - left
signs and symptoms may include
hyperventilation
absence of respiration and pulse
low blood pressure;tachycardia; and clammy, pale skin
, increased blood pressure; bradycardia; and flushed skin Correct Answer - low
blood pressure;tachycardia; and clammy, pale skin
the opening of the colostomy to the outside of the body is called
the stoma
the insertion site
the rectum
none of the above Correct Answer - the stoma
which of the following is the recommended position for giving an enema
prone
semi-fowlers
left sims
supine Correct Answer - left sims
The RN assigns you a task that is in your job description. Which of the following
statements is FALSE?
The RN should give you clear directions before you perform the task.
The RN should check that you have the necessary education and training.
The RN should delegate every non-RN task to you.
The RN can delegate the task to you if it's suitable for the patient. Correct Answer -
The RN should delegate every non-RN task to you.
Which of these is an incorrect procedure for shaving a resident?
Shave upward on the neck.
When shaving the face, start from the chin and shave upward toward the sideburns.
