(CNA) Prometric Nurse Aide Exam| Latest
2026/2027 Update| Questions with Verified and
detailed Answers| Graded A +|100% Correct.
QUESTION:
A patient is recently diagnosed with end stage renal disease. The nurse has educated the
patient on diet modifications. Later, he says that he can't remember what the nurse said and
asks you if he should have pretzels or a candy bar. What is the best response?
Answer:
- "The nurse is the best to answer that question. Let me get her for you."
QUESTION:
Which of the following settings provides short term care and stabilization for patients with
acute ( sudden, immediate and severe) health conditions?
Answer:
- a hospital
QUESTION:
When working with patients that DO NOT have dementia, what is an appropriate
communication method to encourage conversation and support the patient's emotional well-
being?
Answer:
- Asking open ended questions and avoiding yes/no questions
QUESTION:
,Mrs. Hopkins was admitted to the nursing home last week after being told that she can no
longer live alone. She has been seen frequently crying and stated that, "It just doesn't feel like
home. I hate that people come in and out of my room all the time without notice. This is my
bedroom. I miss my privacy." What is a measure you can take to help her adjust?
Answer:
- Make sure her privacy is respected and knock before entering
QUESTION:
When wearing gloves to perform a personal care skill that will expose the CNA to body fluids,
when should the gloves be put on?
Answer:
- after preparing supplies but immediately before beginning the skill on the patient
QUESTION:
When should you enter a patient's room, he throws a telephone at you and yells at you to get
out. He is pacing, appears agitated and is mumbling to himself. As you retreat toward the door,
he lunges at you, trying to grab your arm. What should the CNA do?
Answer:
- Leave the room immediately and get the nurse's attention quickly.
QUESTION:
CNAs should promote safety in patient environments by removing?
Answer:
- Throw rugs
QUESTION:
A nurse asks you to perform a task that you haven't been trained for that task, she gets mad
and says, "it's not that hard, just figure it out!". What is an appropriate action?
,Answer:
- Refuse to perform the task for patient safety
QUESTION:
Performing foot care regularly gives the CNA an opportunity to: - Notice any red areas, wounds,
sores, rashes or other abnormalities
QUESTION:
To properly perform the Heimlich Maneuver, you would?
Answer:
- Thrust firmly on the abdomen upward and inward from behind with a cupped fist
QUESTION:
Which of the following is a normal sign of aging?
Answer:
- Muscles weaken and lose muscle tone
QUESTION:
A female patient with a history of seizures is admitted to your unit. What is an appropriate
action to take to ensure the patient's safety?
Answer:
- Report changes in sleep, personality and signs of stress in the patient to the nurse
immediately
QUESTION:
A patient with a wound, sore or incision should be monitored for?
Answer:
- Signs of infection (redness, warmth, drainage or odor)
, QUESTION:
A CNA is caring for an elderly patient who seems more confused today. What is an appropriate
action?
Answer:
- Report the change to the nurse
QUESTION:
What is an important step to take before bathing a patient?
Answer:
- Ask the patient to check the water temperature
QUESTION:
You are assigned to help a patient stand up at the side of the bed. The patient has been
confined to bed for 3 days and is very weak. What is an important safety step to take before
assisting the patient to stand?
Answer:
- Have the patient dangle their legs while sitting on the edge of the bed for several minutes
QUESTION:
A small fire is noticed in the trash can of a room in a nursing home. After removing the patients
from the room, the CNA would?
Answer:
- Sound the alarm/alert others to the fire
QUESTION:
You are caring for a patient who had a stroke several months ago that resulted in right side
weakness. You have been helping this person dress for several months, when today she
appears irritated and states, "Just let me do it myself! Don't touch me!" What is an appropriate
response?
2026/2027 Update| Questions with Verified and
detailed Answers| Graded A +|100% Correct.
QUESTION:
A patient is recently diagnosed with end stage renal disease. The nurse has educated the
patient on diet modifications. Later, he says that he can't remember what the nurse said and
asks you if he should have pretzels or a candy bar. What is the best response?
Answer:
- "The nurse is the best to answer that question. Let me get her for you."
QUESTION:
Which of the following settings provides short term care and stabilization for patients with
acute ( sudden, immediate and severe) health conditions?
Answer:
- a hospital
QUESTION:
When working with patients that DO NOT have dementia, what is an appropriate
communication method to encourage conversation and support the patient's emotional well-
being?
Answer:
- Asking open ended questions and avoiding yes/no questions
QUESTION:
,Mrs. Hopkins was admitted to the nursing home last week after being told that she can no
longer live alone. She has been seen frequently crying and stated that, "It just doesn't feel like
home. I hate that people come in and out of my room all the time without notice. This is my
bedroom. I miss my privacy." What is a measure you can take to help her adjust?
Answer:
- Make sure her privacy is respected and knock before entering
QUESTION:
When wearing gloves to perform a personal care skill that will expose the CNA to body fluids,
when should the gloves be put on?
Answer:
- after preparing supplies but immediately before beginning the skill on the patient
QUESTION:
When should you enter a patient's room, he throws a telephone at you and yells at you to get
out. He is pacing, appears agitated and is mumbling to himself. As you retreat toward the door,
he lunges at you, trying to grab your arm. What should the CNA do?
Answer:
- Leave the room immediately and get the nurse's attention quickly.
QUESTION:
CNAs should promote safety in patient environments by removing?
Answer:
- Throw rugs
QUESTION:
A nurse asks you to perform a task that you haven't been trained for that task, she gets mad
and says, "it's not that hard, just figure it out!". What is an appropriate action?
,Answer:
- Refuse to perform the task for patient safety
QUESTION:
Performing foot care regularly gives the CNA an opportunity to: - Notice any red areas, wounds,
sores, rashes or other abnormalities
QUESTION:
To properly perform the Heimlich Maneuver, you would?
Answer:
- Thrust firmly on the abdomen upward and inward from behind with a cupped fist
QUESTION:
Which of the following is a normal sign of aging?
Answer:
- Muscles weaken and lose muscle tone
QUESTION:
A female patient with a history of seizures is admitted to your unit. What is an appropriate
action to take to ensure the patient's safety?
Answer:
- Report changes in sleep, personality and signs of stress in the patient to the nurse
immediately
QUESTION:
A patient with a wound, sore or incision should be monitored for?
Answer:
- Signs of infection (redness, warmth, drainage or odor)
, QUESTION:
A CNA is caring for an elderly patient who seems more confused today. What is an appropriate
action?
Answer:
- Report the change to the nurse
QUESTION:
What is an important step to take before bathing a patient?
Answer:
- Ask the patient to check the water temperature
QUESTION:
You are assigned to help a patient stand up at the side of the bed. The patient has been
confined to bed for 3 days and is very weak. What is an important safety step to take before
assisting the patient to stand?
Answer:
- Have the patient dangle their legs while sitting on the edge of the bed for several minutes
QUESTION:
A small fire is noticed in the trash can of a room in a nursing home. After removing the patients
from the room, the CNA would?
Answer:
- Sound the alarm/alert others to the fire
QUESTION:
You are caring for a patient who had a stroke several months ago that resulted in right side
weakness. You have been helping this person dress for several months, when today she
appears irritated and states, "Just let me do it myself! Don't touch me!" What is an appropriate
response?
