CNA Exam Review Updated Questions and
Answers
1.Which of the following is the BEST way to prevent the
spreading of germs?-
Answer hand washing before and after patient care
2.Which of the following is an example of subjective
information?
Answer the patient's pain level is 7/10
3.You need to use a hoyer lift to transfer a patient. The patient i
a two-assist.
You're in a hurry. You bring the hoyer lift into the room and the
resident asks, "Are you going to get someone to help you?"
What should you tell the patient?
Answer yes, I will get another CNA to help. your safety comes first.
4.You have a patient that is on a bowel regimen but he has not
had a bowel movement in 4 days. What is your next step?
Answer report this to the charge nurse
5.You have a patient on strict dysphagia precautions. The
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, cafeteria sent her up a lunch tray. What item would you
question if it arrived on the patient's tray?
Answer regular orange juice
6.The patient is lying in the supine position. In what position is
the patient's bed?
Answer flat
7.What is one reason why performing post-mortem care is
essential?
Answer post mortem care is crucial in maintaining the dignity and
respect of the patient
8.You are assisting a resident with ambulation. This patient
uses a cane for ambulation. How should you assist this patient?
Answer stand on the patients weaker side
9.The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) understands that
volunteering in the community, joining a senior citizen group,
and exploring new hobbies and interests can help make the
elder person's life more fulfilling. These activities can do what
for the resident's outlook?
Answer Give a sense of purpose
10.You are caring for a patient that tells you, "I overheard the
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Answers
1.Which of the following is the BEST way to prevent the
spreading of germs?-
Answer hand washing before and after patient care
2.Which of the following is an example of subjective
information?
Answer the patient's pain level is 7/10
3.You need to use a hoyer lift to transfer a patient. The patient i
a two-assist.
You're in a hurry. You bring the hoyer lift into the room and the
resident asks, "Are you going to get someone to help you?"
What should you tell the patient?
Answer yes, I will get another CNA to help. your safety comes first.
4.You have a patient that is on a bowel regimen but he has not
had a bowel movement in 4 days. What is your next step?
Answer report this to the charge nurse
5.You have a patient on strict dysphagia precautions. The
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, cafeteria sent her up a lunch tray. What item would you
question if it arrived on the patient's tray?
Answer regular orange juice
6.The patient is lying in the supine position. In what position is
the patient's bed?
Answer flat
7.What is one reason why performing post-mortem care is
essential?
Answer post mortem care is crucial in maintaining the dignity and
respect of the patient
8.You are assisting a resident with ambulation. This patient
uses a cane for ambulation. How should you assist this patient?
Answer stand on the patients weaker side
9.The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) understands that
volunteering in the community, joining a senior citizen group,
and exploring new hobbies and interests can help make the
elder person's life more fulfilling. These activities can do what
for the resident's outlook?
Answer Give a sense of purpose
10.You are caring for a patient that tells you, "I overheard the
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