CNA PROMETRIC ACTUAL EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2026
VERIFIED.
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? - ANS "The nurse is the
best to answer that question. Let me get her for you."
Which of the following settings provides short term care and stabilization for patients with acute
( sudden, immediate and severe) health conditions? - ANS a hospital
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? - ANS Asking open ended questions and avoiding yes/no questions
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? - ANS Make
sure her privacy is respected and knock before entering
When wearing gloves to perform a personal care skill that will expose the CNA to body fluids,
when should the gloves be put on? - ANS after preparing supplies but immediately before
beginning the skill on the patient
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,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? - ANS Leave the room
immediately and get the nurse's attention quickly.
CNAs should promote safety in patient environments by removing? - ANS Throw rugs
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? - ANS Refuse to
perform the task for patient safety
Performing foot care regularly gives the CNA an opportunity to: - ANS Notice any red areas,
wounds, sores, rashes or other abnormalities
To properly perform the Heimlich Maneuver, you would? - ANS Thrust firmly on the abdomen
upward and inward from behind with a cupped fist
Which of the following is a normal sign of aging? - ANS Muscles weaken and lose muscle tone
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? - ANS Report changes in sleep, personality and
signs of stress in the patient to the nurse immediately
A patient with a wound, sore or incision should be monitored for? - ANS Signs of infection
(redness, warmth, drainage or odor)
A CNA is caring for an elderly patient who seems more confused today. What is an appropriate
action? - ANS Report the change to the nurse
What is an important step to take before bathing a patient? - ANS Ask the patient to check
the water temperature
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, 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? - ANS Have the patient dangle their legs while sitting on the
edge of the bed for several minutes
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? - ANS Sound the alarm/alert others to the fire
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? - ANS "I'm right here if you need me. Just tell me if you need help."
Which of the following is a POSITIVE non-verbal communication - ANS Nodding to show
agreement, interest and acknowledgment when another is talking
You are sitting at the nurse's station, charting lunch intake, next to a nurse on the phone when a
family member approaches. You continue to work and do not look up or make eye contact. After
a few moments of silence, the family member says, "Excuse me...." What is an appropriate
action? - ANS Make eye contact, smile, apologize for the delay and ask how you can help
Patients that are immobile or on bedrest are at risk of muscle tissue decreasing in size or
strength due to lack of use. This is called? - ANS Atrophy
Depression among the elderly: - ANS Is often overlooked or unrecognized
A resident complains that something is wrong with his hearing aid and that it is not working as
he hands it to you. What should you do? - ANS Inspect the hearing aid for cracks and make
sure it is turned on
According to Maslow's Hierarchy of needs, which needs are the most vital and must be met
before any other needs can be achieved? - ANS Physical needs : Oxygen, water, food,
elimination and rest
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2026
VERIFIED.
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? - ANS "The nurse is the
best to answer that question. Let me get her for you."
Which of the following settings provides short term care and stabilization for patients with acute
( sudden, immediate and severe) health conditions? - ANS a hospital
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? - ANS Asking open ended questions and avoiding yes/no questions
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? - ANS Make
sure her privacy is respected and knock before entering
When wearing gloves to perform a personal care skill that will expose the CNA to body fluids,
when should the gloves be put on? - ANS after preparing supplies but immediately before
beginning the skill on the patient
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,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? - ANS Leave the room
immediately and get the nurse's attention quickly.
CNAs should promote safety in patient environments by removing? - ANS Throw rugs
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? - ANS Refuse to
perform the task for patient safety
Performing foot care regularly gives the CNA an opportunity to: - ANS Notice any red areas,
wounds, sores, rashes or other abnormalities
To properly perform the Heimlich Maneuver, you would? - ANS Thrust firmly on the abdomen
upward and inward from behind with a cupped fist
Which of the following is a normal sign of aging? - ANS Muscles weaken and lose muscle tone
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? - ANS Report changes in sleep, personality and
signs of stress in the patient to the nurse immediately
A patient with a wound, sore or incision should be monitored for? - ANS Signs of infection
(redness, warmth, drainage or odor)
A CNA is caring for an elderly patient who seems more confused today. What is an appropriate
action? - ANS Report the change to the nurse
What is an important step to take before bathing a patient? - ANS Ask the patient to check
the water temperature
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, 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? - ANS Have the patient dangle their legs while sitting on the
edge of the bed for several minutes
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? - ANS Sound the alarm/alert others to the fire
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? - ANS "I'm right here if you need me. Just tell me if you need help."
Which of the following is a POSITIVE non-verbal communication - ANS Nodding to show
agreement, interest and acknowledgment when another is talking
You are sitting at the nurse's station, charting lunch intake, next to a nurse on the phone when a
family member approaches. You continue to work and do not look up or make eye contact. After
a few moments of silence, the family member says, "Excuse me...." What is an appropriate
action? - ANS Make eye contact, smile, apologize for the delay and ask how you can help
Patients that are immobile or on bedrest are at risk of muscle tissue decreasing in size or
strength due to lack of use. This is called? - ANS Atrophy
Depression among the elderly: - ANS Is often overlooked or unrecognized
A resident complains that something is wrong with his hearing aid and that it is not working as
he hands it to you. What should you do? - ANS Inspect the hearing aid for cracks and make
sure it is turned on
According to Maslow's Hierarchy of needs, which needs are the most vital and must be met
before any other needs can be achieved? - ANS Physical needs : Oxygen, water, food,
elimination and rest
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