Practice Exam - HCA/CNA (Practice Exam Questions
for the Washington CNA/HCA Exam) questions and
answers 2025\2026 A+ Grade
All of the following are considered healthy lifting practices except
- correct answer Squat as low as possible to pick up an object
Which of the following words would not be considered age - appropriate?
- correct answer Diapers
True or False: Fred has fallen four times this month, which is unusual for him. However, there is no need
to notify his physician because this is a normal part of aging
- correct answer False
A group of older adults that is at increased risk of dehydration is
- correct answer Older adults with dementia
True or False: Sheets that fit too tight and recliners that clients are unable to get out of are considered
restraints
- correct answer True
What steps should you take if you suspect your client is being abused?
- correct answer Ensure you and your client are safe, call law enforcement if necessary, report to APS,
document
Referring to Mrs. Terry as a "stroke victim"
- correct answer Is not a good example of person-centered language
What does the acronym RACE stand for in the context of a fire?
- correct answer Rescue, Alert, Contain, Extinguish
, Which of the following communication methods are likely to result in misinterpretation of intended
communication?
- correct answer High pitch, loud volume, and fast speed of speech
If a client's last days come before a person-centered care plan can be completed the care facility should
- correct answer As the client's representative what the client would want
What does PPE stand for?
- correct answer Personal Protective Equipment
A meaningful life for a client is determined by
- correct answer The client
If a client starts to fall during assistance with ambulation, the best thing a care team member can do is
to
- correct answer Bend her knees and lower the client to the floor
What is the first step in assisting with self administration of medications?
- correct answer Look at the MAR to identify the medication to be administered
The presence for malnutrition can increase the risk for
- correct answer Dying
One of the barriers in diagnosing HIV is
- correct answer It can be years before the serious symptoms appear
True or False: Care must be provided in a manner that protects the person's privacy
- correct answer True
When assisting a client with dementia with eating, your goal is to
- correct answer Use techniques to assist the person to eat and drink independently
for the Washington CNA/HCA Exam) questions and
answers 2025\2026 A+ Grade
All of the following are considered healthy lifting practices except
- correct answer Squat as low as possible to pick up an object
Which of the following words would not be considered age - appropriate?
- correct answer Diapers
True or False: Fred has fallen four times this month, which is unusual for him. However, there is no need
to notify his physician because this is a normal part of aging
- correct answer False
A group of older adults that is at increased risk of dehydration is
- correct answer Older adults with dementia
True or False: Sheets that fit too tight and recliners that clients are unable to get out of are considered
restraints
- correct answer True
What steps should you take if you suspect your client is being abused?
- correct answer Ensure you and your client are safe, call law enforcement if necessary, report to APS,
document
Referring to Mrs. Terry as a "stroke victim"
- correct answer Is not a good example of person-centered language
What does the acronym RACE stand for in the context of a fire?
- correct answer Rescue, Alert, Contain, Extinguish
, Which of the following communication methods are likely to result in misinterpretation of intended
communication?
- correct answer High pitch, loud volume, and fast speed of speech
If a client's last days come before a person-centered care plan can be completed the care facility should
- correct answer As the client's representative what the client would want
What does PPE stand for?
- correct answer Personal Protective Equipment
A meaningful life for a client is determined by
- correct answer The client
If a client starts to fall during assistance with ambulation, the best thing a care team member can do is
to
- correct answer Bend her knees and lower the client to the floor
What is the first step in assisting with self administration of medications?
- correct answer Look at the MAR to identify the medication to be administered
The presence for malnutrition can increase the risk for
- correct answer Dying
One of the barriers in diagnosing HIV is
- correct answer It can be years before the serious symptoms appear
True or False: Care must be provided in a manner that protects the person's privacy
- correct answer True
When assisting a client with dementia with eating, your goal is to
- correct answer Use techniques to assist the person to eat and drink independently
