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HCA/CNA Practice Exam Questions for the
Washington CNA/HCA Exam Questions and
Answers Updated 2024
All of the following are considered healthy lifting practices except - ANSWER ✔✔-Squat as low as
possible to pick up an object
Which of the following words would not be considered age - appropriate? - 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 - ANSWER ✔✔-False
A group of older adults that is at increased risk of dehydration is - 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 - ANSWER ✔✔-True
What steps should you take if you suspect your client is being abused? - 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" - ANSWER ✔✔-Is not a good example of person-centered
language
What does the acronym RACE stand for in the context of a fire? - ANSWER ✔✔-Rescue, Alert, Contain,
Extinguish
Which of the following communication methods are likely to result in misinterpretation of intended
communication? - ANSWER ✔✔-High pitch, loud volume, and fast speed of speech
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If a client's last days come before a person-centered care plan can be completed the care facility should -
ANSWER ✔✔-As the client's representative what the client would want
What does PPE stand for? - ANSWER ✔✔-Personal Protective Equipment
A meaningful life for a client is determined by - ANSWER ✔✔-The client
If a client starts to fall during assistance with ambulation, the best thing a care team member can do is to -
ANSWER ✔✔-Bend her knees and lower the client to the floor
What is the first step in assisting with self administration of medications? - ANSWER ✔✔-Look at the
MAR to identify the medication to be administered
The presence for malnutrition can increase the risk for - ANSWER ✔✔-Dying
One of the barriers in diagnosing HIV is - 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 - ANSWER ✔✔-True
When assisting a client with dementia with eating, your goal is to - ANSWER ✔✔-Use techniques to assist
the person to eat and drink independently
When a change of condition is noticed, it is important to - ANSWER ✔✔-Notify the supervisor or nurse
Gary is a man who weighs 250 pounds and you are a 130-pound care team member. He usually can walk
and transfer to the toilet independently, but today he doesn't feel well and is complaining about feeling
dizzy. When you arrive, he asks you to help him get to the bathroom. You should - ANSWER ✔✔-Get
another direct care staff person to assist you so Gary will have two people in case he gets dizzy
As a care team member, you are always on time and complete all duties and tasks as assigned. You keep
your obligations and promises. This quality is called - ANSWER ✔✔-Dependability
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HCA/CNA Practice Exam Questions for the
Washington CNA/HCA Exam Questions and
Answers Updated 2024
All of the following are considered healthy lifting practices except - ANSWER ✔✔-Squat as low as
possible to pick up an object
Which of the following words would not be considered age - appropriate? - 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 - ANSWER ✔✔-False
A group of older adults that is at increased risk of dehydration is - 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 - ANSWER ✔✔-True
What steps should you take if you suspect your client is being abused? - 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" - ANSWER ✔✔-Is not a good example of person-centered
language
What does the acronym RACE stand for in the context of a fire? - ANSWER ✔✔-Rescue, Alert, Contain,
Extinguish
Which of the following communication methods are likely to result in misinterpretation of intended
communication? - ANSWER ✔✔-High pitch, loud volume, and fast speed of speech
Created by Grace Amelia © 2025, All Rights Reserved.
, 2|Page
If a client's last days come before a person-centered care plan can be completed the care facility should -
ANSWER ✔✔-As the client's representative what the client would want
What does PPE stand for? - ANSWER ✔✔-Personal Protective Equipment
A meaningful life for a client is determined by - ANSWER ✔✔-The client
If a client starts to fall during assistance with ambulation, the best thing a care team member can do is to -
ANSWER ✔✔-Bend her knees and lower the client to the floor
What is the first step in assisting with self administration of medications? - ANSWER ✔✔-Look at the
MAR to identify the medication to be administered
The presence for malnutrition can increase the risk for - ANSWER ✔✔-Dying
One of the barriers in diagnosing HIV is - 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 - ANSWER ✔✔-True
When assisting a client with dementia with eating, your goal is to - ANSWER ✔✔-Use techniques to assist
the person to eat and drink independently
When a change of condition is noticed, it is important to - ANSWER ✔✔-Notify the supervisor or nurse
Gary is a man who weighs 250 pounds and you are a 130-pound care team member. He usually can walk
and transfer to the toilet independently, but today he doesn't feel well and is complaining about feeling
dizzy. When you arrive, he asks you to help him get to the bathroom. You should - ANSWER ✔✔-Get
another direct care staff person to assist you so Gary will have two people in case he gets dizzy
As a care team member, you are always on time and complete all duties and tasks as assigned. You keep
your obligations and promises. This quality is called - ANSWER ✔✔-Dependability
Created by Grace Amelia © 2025, All Rights Reserved.
