CNA STATE BOARD EXAM 2025 ACTUAL EXAM COMPLETE
250 QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED VERIFIED ANSWERS
(100% CORRECT ANSWERS) /ALREADY GRADED A+ //
BRAND NEW!!
Question 1
A resident has left-sided weakness. When assisting the resident to ambulate,
the nursing assistant should:
A) Stand on the resident's strong side.
B) Stand on the resident's weak side.
C) Walk ahead of the resident.
D) Use a wheelchair for all transfers.
E) Encourage the resident to walk alone.
Correct Answer: B) Stand on the resident's weak side.
Rationale: Standing on the resident's weak side provides support and
helps prevent falls, as the nursing assistant can brace the weaker
side and intervene if the resident loses balance.
Question 2
What is the most important reason for a nursing assistant to report any
changes in a resident's condition to the nurse?
A) To document the changes in the resident's chart.
B) To receive praise for observation skills.
C) To ensure the resident receives timely and appropriate medical attention.
D) To avoid having to deal with the problem themselves.
E) To complete charting requirements.
Correct Answer: C) To ensure the resident receives timely and
appropriate medical attention.
Rationale: Reporting changes is crucial for resident safety. The nurse
uses this information to assess, plan, and implement interventions,
potentially preventing serious complications.
Question 3
A resident is receiving oxygen therapy via nasal cannula. Which of the
following is an important observation for the nursing assistant to make?
,A) The client's favorite TV show.
B) Skin irritation behind the ears and around the nostrils.
C) The amount of water in the bedside carafe.
D) The temperature of the room.
E) The visitor's activity.
Correct Answer: B) Skin irritation behind the ears and around the
nostrils.
Rationale: The tubing of the nasal cannula can cause friction and
pressure, leading to skin breakdown in these areas. The nursing
assistant should regularly check for redness or irritation.
Question 4
When assisting a resident with eating, which of the following actions should
the nursing assistant take?
A) Rush the resident to finish the meal quickly.
B) Offer liquids last to prevent choking.
C) Sit at the resident's eye level and offer small, frequent bites.
D) Leave the resident alone to encourage independence.
E) Tell the resident to eat faster.
Correct Answer: C) Sit at the resident's eye level and offer small,
frequent bites.
Rationale: Sitting at eye level promotes dignity and communication.
Offering small, frequent bites helps prevent choking and allows the
resident to chew and swallow safely, especially if they have
dysphagia.
Question 5
What is the proper procedure for weighing a resident using a standing scale?
A) Have the resident wear heavy clothes for accuracy.
B) Ensure the scale is balanced at zero before the resident steps on it.
C) Allow the resident to hold onto the nursing assistant for support.
D) Weigh the resident at different times each day.
,E) Only weigh the resident once a week.
Correct Answer: B) Ensure the scale is balanced at zero before the
resident steps on it.
Rationale: Balancing the scale at zero (calibrating it) before use is
essential to obtain an accurate weight measurement.
Question 6
A resident has a urinary catheter. Which of the following actions should the
nursing assistant take when emptying the drainage bag?
A) Empty the bag when it is completely full.
B) Touch the drainage spout to the collection container.
C) Keep the drainage bag below the level of the bladder.
D) Irrigate the catheter with sterile water.
E) Disconnect the tubing from the catheter to drain.
Correct Answer: C) Keep the drainage bag below the level of the
bladder.
Rationale: Keeping the drainage bag below the level of the bladder
prevents the backflow of urine into the bladder, which can lead to
infection.
Question 7
What is the first step a nursing assistant should take when providing perineal
care for a female resident?
A) Apply lotion to the perineal area.
B) Wipe from back to front.
C) Explain the procedure to the resident.
D) Gather all necessary supplies.
E) Remove the resident's clothing.
Correct Answer: C) Explain the procedure to the resident.
Rationale: Explaining the procedure is crucial for obtaining informed
consent, maintaining dignity, and reducing resident anxiety. It is
part of patient-centered care.
, Question 8
When assisting a resident with a weak right side to dress, which arm should
the nursing assistant dress first?
A) The resident's strong left arm.
B) The resident's weak right arm.
C) The choice of arm does not matter.
D) Dress both arms simultaneously.
E) Have the resident dress themselves completely.
Correct Answer: B) The resident's weak right arm.
Rationale: When dressing a resident with one weak side, the garment
should be put on the weak side first to avoid overstretching or
discomfort and to facilitate easier dressing.
Question 9
A resident is on strict Intake and Output (I&O) monitoring. Which of the
following should be recorded as output?
A) Solid stool.
B) Vomit (emesis).
C) Sweating.
D) Liquid food consumed.
E) IV fluids administered.
Correct Answer: B) Vomit (emesis).
Rationale: Vomit is a measurable fluid loss from the body and must
be recorded as output to accurately assess the resident's fluid
balance.
Question 10
What is the normal range for an adult's oral temperature?
A) 95.0°F to 97.0°F.
B) 97.6°F to 99.6°F.
C) 99.0°F to 100.4°F.
D) 100.0°F to 101.5°F.
250 QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED VERIFIED ANSWERS
(100% CORRECT ANSWERS) /ALREADY GRADED A+ //
BRAND NEW!!
Question 1
A resident has left-sided weakness. When assisting the resident to ambulate,
the nursing assistant should:
A) Stand on the resident's strong side.
B) Stand on the resident's weak side.
C) Walk ahead of the resident.
D) Use a wheelchair for all transfers.
E) Encourage the resident to walk alone.
Correct Answer: B) Stand on the resident's weak side.
Rationale: Standing on the resident's weak side provides support and
helps prevent falls, as the nursing assistant can brace the weaker
side and intervene if the resident loses balance.
Question 2
What is the most important reason for a nursing assistant to report any
changes in a resident's condition to the nurse?
A) To document the changes in the resident's chart.
B) To receive praise for observation skills.
C) To ensure the resident receives timely and appropriate medical attention.
D) To avoid having to deal with the problem themselves.
E) To complete charting requirements.
Correct Answer: C) To ensure the resident receives timely and
appropriate medical attention.
Rationale: Reporting changes is crucial for resident safety. The nurse
uses this information to assess, plan, and implement interventions,
potentially preventing serious complications.
Question 3
A resident is receiving oxygen therapy via nasal cannula. Which of the
following is an important observation for the nursing assistant to make?
,A) The client's favorite TV show.
B) Skin irritation behind the ears and around the nostrils.
C) The amount of water in the bedside carafe.
D) The temperature of the room.
E) The visitor's activity.
Correct Answer: B) Skin irritation behind the ears and around the
nostrils.
Rationale: The tubing of the nasal cannula can cause friction and
pressure, leading to skin breakdown in these areas. The nursing
assistant should regularly check for redness or irritation.
Question 4
When assisting a resident with eating, which of the following actions should
the nursing assistant take?
A) Rush the resident to finish the meal quickly.
B) Offer liquids last to prevent choking.
C) Sit at the resident's eye level and offer small, frequent bites.
D) Leave the resident alone to encourage independence.
E) Tell the resident to eat faster.
Correct Answer: C) Sit at the resident's eye level and offer small,
frequent bites.
Rationale: Sitting at eye level promotes dignity and communication.
Offering small, frequent bites helps prevent choking and allows the
resident to chew and swallow safely, especially if they have
dysphagia.
Question 5
What is the proper procedure for weighing a resident using a standing scale?
A) Have the resident wear heavy clothes for accuracy.
B) Ensure the scale is balanced at zero before the resident steps on it.
C) Allow the resident to hold onto the nursing assistant for support.
D) Weigh the resident at different times each day.
,E) Only weigh the resident once a week.
Correct Answer: B) Ensure the scale is balanced at zero before the
resident steps on it.
Rationale: Balancing the scale at zero (calibrating it) before use is
essential to obtain an accurate weight measurement.
Question 6
A resident has a urinary catheter. Which of the following actions should the
nursing assistant take when emptying the drainage bag?
A) Empty the bag when it is completely full.
B) Touch the drainage spout to the collection container.
C) Keep the drainage bag below the level of the bladder.
D) Irrigate the catheter with sterile water.
E) Disconnect the tubing from the catheter to drain.
Correct Answer: C) Keep the drainage bag below the level of the
bladder.
Rationale: Keeping the drainage bag below the level of the bladder
prevents the backflow of urine into the bladder, which can lead to
infection.
Question 7
What is the first step a nursing assistant should take when providing perineal
care for a female resident?
A) Apply lotion to the perineal area.
B) Wipe from back to front.
C) Explain the procedure to the resident.
D) Gather all necessary supplies.
E) Remove the resident's clothing.
Correct Answer: C) Explain the procedure to the resident.
Rationale: Explaining the procedure is crucial for obtaining informed
consent, maintaining dignity, and reducing resident anxiety. It is
part of patient-centered care.
, Question 8
When assisting a resident with a weak right side to dress, which arm should
the nursing assistant dress first?
A) The resident's strong left arm.
B) The resident's weak right arm.
C) The choice of arm does not matter.
D) Dress both arms simultaneously.
E) Have the resident dress themselves completely.
Correct Answer: B) The resident's weak right arm.
Rationale: When dressing a resident with one weak side, the garment
should be put on the weak side first to avoid overstretching or
discomfort and to facilitate easier dressing.
Question 9
A resident is on strict Intake and Output (I&O) monitoring. Which of the
following should be recorded as output?
A) Solid stool.
B) Vomit (emesis).
C) Sweating.
D) Liquid food consumed.
E) IV fluids administered.
Correct Answer: B) Vomit (emesis).
Rationale: Vomit is a measurable fluid loss from the body and must
be recorded as output to accurately assess the resident's fluid
balance.
Question 10
What is the normal range for an adult's oral temperature?
A) 95.0°F to 97.0°F.
B) 97.6°F to 99.6°F.
C) 99.0°F to 100.4°F.
D) 100.0°F to 101.5°F.
