Prometric CNA test Questions with correct answers
Which of the following best describes how persons affected by Parkinson's disease
typically walk?
A. They tend to walk quickly.
B. They tend to lean back when walking.
C. They walk normally but with some shakiness.
D. They shuffle their feet while taking small steps. Correct Answer - D. They
shuffle their feet while taking small steps.
Which of the following is considered a normal age-related change seen in elderly
residents?
A. Increase in appetite
B. Decrease in constipation
C. Decrease in taste sensation and smell
D. Increase in amount of confusion experienced daily Correct Answer - C.
Decrease in taste sensation and smell
A nurse aide is assigned to a resident with Alzheimer's disease. The nurse aide
notices that today the resident is restless and is pacing a lot. The resident is also
observed rubbing his stomach. The nurse aide should report this change to the
nurse and
A. ask the resident when he had his last bowel movement.
B. check if the resident is hungry or needs to go to the bathroom.
C. try to keep the resident close to observe the resident throughout the shift.
D. allow the resident to move around as long he does not harm other residents.
Correct Answer - B. check if the resident is hungry or needs to go to the bathroom.
, Residents with Alzheimer's disease or dementia often lack the ability to explain
physical needs, problems or discomfort. When the resident is in pain, the staff may
observe the resident becoming more restless. A resident who has to use the
bathroom may say "my tummy hurts" when the resident's mind no longer
recognizes the meaning of body signs such as a full bladder. The resident's
behavior may hold clues that the nurse aide should pay attention to. A resident
rubbing his stomach could be a sign of a number of different things: hunger,
nausea, the need to urinate or have a bowel movement. There could also be a
serious health problem.
A nurse aide is walking a resident using a gait belt. The resident tells the nurse aide
she feels dizzy. The nurse aide should
A. hold the gait belt tighter and ask the resident to rest for a minute.
B. suggest the resident lean on the nurse aide for more support.
C. guide the resident over to the handrail and ask to hold.
D. ease the resident to the floor if a chair is not available. Correct Answer - D. ease
the resident to the floor if a chair is not available.
While receiving personal care in bed, a resident begins to have a seizure. The nurse
aide should
A. hold the resident down to reduce injury.
B. keep the airway open and prepare to do CPR.
C. call the charge nurse and remain with the resident.
D. place a tongue blade between the resident's teeth. Correct Answer - C. call the
charge nurse and remain with the resident.
When moving a resident in bed, a lift or turning sheet may be used to help prevent
A. atrophy.
B. shearing.
Which of the following best describes how persons affected by Parkinson's disease
typically walk?
A. They tend to walk quickly.
B. They tend to lean back when walking.
C. They walk normally but with some shakiness.
D. They shuffle their feet while taking small steps. Correct Answer - D. They
shuffle their feet while taking small steps.
Which of the following is considered a normal age-related change seen in elderly
residents?
A. Increase in appetite
B. Decrease in constipation
C. Decrease in taste sensation and smell
D. Increase in amount of confusion experienced daily Correct Answer - C.
Decrease in taste sensation and smell
A nurse aide is assigned to a resident with Alzheimer's disease. The nurse aide
notices that today the resident is restless and is pacing a lot. The resident is also
observed rubbing his stomach. The nurse aide should report this change to the
nurse and
A. ask the resident when he had his last bowel movement.
B. check if the resident is hungry or needs to go to the bathroom.
C. try to keep the resident close to observe the resident throughout the shift.
D. allow the resident to move around as long he does not harm other residents.
Correct Answer - B. check if the resident is hungry or needs to go to the bathroom.
, Residents with Alzheimer's disease or dementia often lack the ability to explain
physical needs, problems or discomfort. When the resident is in pain, the staff may
observe the resident becoming more restless. A resident who has to use the
bathroom may say "my tummy hurts" when the resident's mind no longer
recognizes the meaning of body signs such as a full bladder. The resident's
behavior may hold clues that the nurse aide should pay attention to. A resident
rubbing his stomach could be a sign of a number of different things: hunger,
nausea, the need to urinate or have a bowel movement. There could also be a
serious health problem.
A nurse aide is walking a resident using a gait belt. The resident tells the nurse aide
she feels dizzy. The nurse aide should
A. hold the gait belt tighter and ask the resident to rest for a minute.
B. suggest the resident lean on the nurse aide for more support.
C. guide the resident over to the handrail and ask to hold.
D. ease the resident to the floor if a chair is not available. Correct Answer - D. ease
the resident to the floor if a chair is not available.
While receiving personal care in bed, a resident begins to have a seizure. The nurse
aide should
A. hold the resident down to reduce injury.
B. keep the airway open and prepare to do CPR.
C. call the charge nurse and remain with the resident.
D. place a tongue blade between the resident's teeth. Correct Answer - C. call the
charge nurse and remain with the resident.
When moving a resident in bed, a lift or turning sheet may be used to help prevent
A. atrophy.
B. shearing.
