CNA HEADMASTERS EXAM PRACTICE
SET 1 /180 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS 2023/2024
The nursing assistant knows that the responsibilities of the position do NOT
include?
A. Helping a resident to bathe.
B. Administering a medication.
C. Keeping a resident's room tidy.
D. Applying an icepack as ordered. - ANSWER- B. Administering a medication.
Nursing assistants may not administer medications, it is not within their scope of
practice. Only RNs, LPNs, and other properly licensed personnel may give
medications.
Which of the following would be considered an example of battery toward a
patient?
,A. The nursing assistant cleans the resident's glasses.
B. The nursing assistant asks for permission before touching the resident to assist
them to the bathroom.
C. The nursing assistant bathes the resident without his or her permission.
D.The nursing assistant keeps a resident isolated from others as a form of
punishment. - ANSWER- C. The nursing assistant bathes the resident without his
or her permission.
Bathing a resident without his or her permission is an example of battery. Keeping
a resident isolated from others as a form of punishment is an example of
involuntary seclusion.
The nursing assistant suspects that a resident in the facility is being abused due to
multiple unexplained bruises, refusal to answer most questions, and refusal of
ADLs. Which of the following actions should the nursing assistant take next?
A. Notify the nurse assigned to care for the patient about the bruises.
B. Report the suspected situation to the nursing assistant's immediate supervisor.
C. Ask the resident repeatedly to identify an abuser.
D. Wait for more proof in order to identify the abuser. - ANSWER- B. Report the
suspected situation to the nursing assistant's immediate supervisor.
Abuse in nursing facilities, or even suspicion of abuse, should be reported
immediately to the nursing assistant's supervisor. This requires more intervention
than the nursing assistant's scope of practice covers. Waiting or notifying the nurse
only about bruises may delay getting the resident help.
MRSA is an example of which of the following?
,A. A resistant strain of bacteria that is difficult to treat with antibiotics.
B. A bacterial strain that is easy to treat with antibiotics.
C. A mnemonic to remember how to act if there is a fire in the facility.
D. A set of activity guidelines designed to keep residents safe. - ANSWER- A. A
resistant strain of bacteria that is difficult to treat with antibiotics.
MRSA stands for methacillinn-resistant Staphylococcus aureus and is very
resistant to most antibiotic treatments.
What is the best way for a nursing assistant to prevent infection?
A. Use standard precautions when caring for residents.
B. Apply an antiseptic hand rub before and after caring for residents.
C. Wear gloves when in contact with body fluids.
D. Frequent hand washing. - ANSWER- D. Frequent hand washing.
Frequent hand washing is the best way to prevent infection without a doubt. The
other measures are supportive.
Which of the following is a key part of care when administering a bath to a
resident?
A. Clean the perineal area of a patient before assisting them to clean their face.
B. Use cool water when bathing the patient to promote better circulation.
C. Allow participation in care to promote a sense of independence.
, D. Perform all care for the resident in order to conserve their energy. - ANSWER-
C. Allow participation in care to promote a sense of independence.
Allowing the resident to participate in care will raise their self esteem and allow
autonomy. It is inappropriate to clean the perineal area before the face, or to use
cool water rather than comfortably warm water
A nursing assistant cares for a resident. Which of the following skin care measures
are correct?
A. The nursing assistant does not begin perineal care until a second staff member is
present.
B. The nursing assistant notes an unblanchable red area on the resident's sacrum
and reports it to the nurse.
C. The nursing assistant applies talcum powder beneath the abdominal folds of the
resident.
D. The nursing assistant applies a prescription ointment as ordered. - ANSWER- B.
The nursing assistant notes an unblanchable red area on the resident's sacrum and
reports it to the nurse.
It is the duty of the nursing assistant to report any red pressure spots on the resident
to the nurse. The nursing assistant may not apply any prescription ointments.
Talcum powder is not recommended. A second staff member is not needed for
perineal care.
Before shaving a resident, the nursing assistant checks for which of the following
items in the resident's care plan?
A. Shaving instructions related to problems or issues clotting.
B. History of a heart condition.
SET 1 /180 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS 2023/2024
The nursing assistant knows that the responsibilities of the position do NOT
include?
A. Helping a resident to bathe.
B. Administering a medication.
C. Keeping a resident's room tidy.
D. Applying an icepack as ordered. - ANSWER- B. Administering a medication.
Nursing assistants may not administer medications, it is not within their scope of
practice. Only RNs, LPNs, and other properly licensed personnel may give
medications.
Which of the following would be considered an example of battery toward a
patient?
,A. The nursing assistant cleans the resident's glasses.
B. The nursing assistant asks for permission before touching the resident to assist
them to the bathroom.
C. The nursing assistant bathes the resident without his or her permission.
D.The nursing assistant keeps a resident isolated from others as a form of
punishment. - ANSWER- C. The nursing assistant bathes the resident without his
or her permission.
Bathing a resident without his or her permission is an example of battery. Keeping
a resident isolated from others as a form of punishment is an example of
involuntary seclusion.
The nursing assistant suspects that a resident in the facility is being abused due to
multiple unexplained bruises, refusal to answer most questions, and refusal of
ADLs. Which of the following actions should the nursing assistant take next?
A. Notify the nurse assigned to care for the patient about the bruises.
B. Report the suspected situation to the nursing assistant's immediate supervisor.
C. Ask the resident repeatedly to identify an abuser.
D. Wait for more proof in order to identify the abuser. - ANSWER- B. Report the
suspected situation to the nursing assistant's immediate supervisor.
Abuse in nursing facilities, or even suspicion of abuse, should be reported
immediately to the nursing assistant's supervisor. This requires more intervention
than the nursing assistant's scope of practice covers. Waiting or notifying the nurse
only about bruises may delay getting the resident help.
MRSA is an example of which of the following?
,A. A resistant strain of bacteria that is difficult to treat with antibiotics.
B. A bacterial strain that is easy to treat with antibiotics.
C. A mnemonic to remember how to act if there is a fire in the facility.
D. A set of activity guidelines designed to keep residents safe. - ANSWER- A. A
resistant strain of bacteria that is difficult to treat with antibiotics.
MRSA stands for methacillinn-resistant Staphylococcus aureus and is very
resistant to most antibiotic treatments.
What is the best way for a nursing assistant to prevent infection?
A. Use standard precautions when caring for residents.
B. Apply an antiseptic hand rub before and after caring for residents.
C. Wear gloves when in contact with body fluids.
D. Frequent hand washing. - ANSWER- D. Frequent hand washing.
Frequent hand washing is the best way to prevent infection without a doubt. The
other measures are supportive.
Which of the following is a key part of care when administering a bath to a
resident?
A. Clean the perineal area of a patient before assisting them to clean their face.
B. Use cool water when bathing the patient to promote better circulation.
C. Allow participation in care to promote a sense of independence.
, D. Perform all care for the resident in order to conserve their energy. - ANSWER-
C. Allow participation in care to promote a sense of independence.
Allowing the resident to participate in care will raise their self esteem and allow
autonomy. It is inappropriate to clean the perineal area before the face, or to use
cool water rather than comfortably warm water
A nursing assistant cares for a resident. Which of the following skin care measures
are correct?
A. The nursing assistant does not begin perineal care until a second staff member is
present.
B. The nursing assistant notes an unblanchable red area on the resident's sacrum
and reports it to the nurse.
C. The nursing assistant applies talcum powder beneath the abdominal folds of the
resident.
D. The nursing assistant applies a prescription ointment as ordered. - ANSWER- B.
The nursing assistant notes an unblanchable red area on the resident's sacrum and
reports it to the nurse.
It is the duty of the nursing assistant to report any red pressure spots on the resident
to the nurse. The nursing assistant may not apply any prescription ointments.
Talcum powder is not recommended. A second staff member is not needed for
perineal care.
Before shaving a resident, the nursing assistant checks for which of the following
items in the resident's care plan?
A. Shaving instructions related to problems or issues clotting.
B. History of a heart condition.
