Certified Nurse Aide exam

Question 1

Certified Nurse Aide exam. No smoking, no use of petroleum products and careful use of electrical devices are precautions to use with

• nutritional therapy
• oxygen therapy
• IV blood therapy
• validation therapy

Question 2

Cleaners and disinfectants should be

• readily available
• kept in open cupboards
• kept in handy locations
• kept in locked cupboards

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Question 3

When moving a resident in bed, nurse aides should

• keep their feet close together and bend at the waist
• keep their feet apart and bend their knees
• stand straight and use their arms to lift
• use their back muscles and bend their knees

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Question 4

Nurse aides are given routine assignments from

• another nurse aide
• the administrator
• the director of nurses
• the charge nurse

Question 11

When a nurse aide is walking down the hall and sees water spilled on the floor, they should

• A. call housekeeping to clean up the spill
• B. post a wet floor sign next to the spill
• C. report the spill to the charge nurse
• D. wipe up the spill immediately

Question 13

A nurse aide hears the alarm from the feeding tube pump and should

• A. flush the feeding tube with water
• B. refill the feeding bag with formula
• C. report the alarm to the nurse
• D. turn the alarm off

Question 12

Which of the following is an example of a resident’s right?

• the right to have a private telephone in their room
• the right to have a television in their room
• the right to be treated with respect and dignity
• the right to have a private room Certified Nurse Aide exam

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Question 13

When communicating with a resident who is visually impaired, the nurse aide should

• identify themselves when entering the room
• touch the resident before speaking
• speak in a very loud voice
• stand behind the resident’s head

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Question #14

The nurse aide is assigned to give a resident a bed bath. The nurse aide should

• wash from the cleanest area to the dirtiest area
• wash from the dirtiest area to the cleanest area
• use the same water for the entire bath
• wash the resident’s feet first

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Question 15

A resident is upset and crying. The nurse aide should

• tell the resident everything will be alright
• sit down and listen to the resident
• leave the room to give the resident privacy
• tell the resident that crying doesn’t help

Question 17

Which of the following is a sign of infection that should be reported?

• fever and chills
• increased appetite
• sleeping more than usual
• pink skin

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Question 18

When assisting a resident with a weak left side to dress, the nurse aide should

• put the sleeve on the left arm first
• put the sleeve on the right arm first
• let the resident choose which arm to start with
• dress the strong side first

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Question 19

To help prevent pressure sores, the nurse aide should

• reposition the resident at least every two hours
• massage reddened areas of the skin
• keep the head of the bed elevated at all times
• use a harsh soap when bathing the resident

Question 20

A nurse aide can encourage Mr. Able, an alert and oriented resident, to be independent by

• allowing him to select his own clothing and dress himself at his own pace
• laying out his clothes and allowing him to dress himself
• pre-selecting two or three outfits, letting him select one outfit and dress him quickly
• allowing him to select his own outfit and dress him quickly

Question 21

When a surveyor asks a nurse aide a question and s(he) does not know the answer, the nurse aide should

• try to answer it to the best of her/his ability
• notify the charge nurse on duty for that shift
• excuse him/her self and complete resident care
• state that s(he) doesn’t know but will find out

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Question 22

When caring for a hearing aid after removing it from a resident’s ear you should

• wipe with alcohol
• wash with soap and water
• wash with disinfectant
• wipe with a soft cloth

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Question 23

Long periods of immobility can cause

• contractures
• dysphagia
• myocardial infarction
• elevated pulse rate

Question 23

Long periods of immobility can cause Certified Nurse Aide exam

• contractures
• dysphagia
• myocardial infarction
• elevated pulse rate

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Question 24

Hand hygiene is defined by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) as

• maintaining your nails short and clean with no artificial nails or extenders
• wearing gloves whenever you will come in contact with bodily fluids
• washing hands with soap and water or using alcohol based hand rubs
• using unscented lotions to maintain soft hands and smooth skin

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Question 25

Osteoporosis results in

• loss of height and fragile bones
• loss of memory and reasoning
• incontinence
• loss of all body functions

Question 26

Anti-embolism stockings or TED hose should be put on the resident

• after the resident has been up for awhile
• so the stockings fit loosely to allow circulation
• before the resident begins daily activity
• at night when the resident’s legs are elevated

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Question 27

Extra caution should be taken when providing foot care to a resident with diabetes to ensure that the

• feet are clean and white socks are worn
• feet are clean and thoroughly dry between the toes
• resident wears socks and house shoes
• feet are dry and toe nails are trimmed closely

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Question 28

To drain properly, the urinary catheter collection bag should be placed

• on the upper back of the wheelchair
• higher than the resident’s bladder
• lower than the resident’s bladder
• on the arm rest of the wheelchair

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Question 29

The moral code that health care workers follow is known as

• rights
• values
• culture
• ethics

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Question 30

Empathy is when you

• are able to put yourself in another’s position
• are able to communicate
• are capable of doing your job
• have high personal self esteem

Question 31

To reduce the chance of urinary tract infection for an incontinent resident, the nurse aide should encourage fluid intake

• and change incontinent briefs every two hours and provide perineal care cleaning from front to back
• to reduce incontinent episodes and change incontinent briefs every four hours
• to reduce incontinent episodes, use incontinence briefs, and give perineal care at least once per shift
• and change incontinent briefs when wet and provide perineal care cleaning from front to back

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Question 32

A nurse aide obtains a pulse rate of 100 and respirations of 20. These are examples of

• objective data
• subjective data
• historical data
• treatment data

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Question 33

If a resident falls while you are caring for him, you should first

• go to the nurse’s station and get help
• report the incident to your supervisor immediately
• call for help and stay with him
• assist the resident to get back on his feet as soon as he is able

Question 35

Assistive devices for eating are

• thickener, mechanical soft food and spoon
• swivel spoon, plate guard and built-up handles
• pureed food, spoon and feeding syringe
• dentures, large wooden spoon and straw

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Question 36

The last sense to fail as a resident’s death approaches is

• taste
• hearing
• vision
• smell

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Question 37

The nurse aide works under the direct supervision of the

• doctor
• director of nurses
• administrator
• charge nurse

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Question 38

To support residents through the death and dying process, you should

• assure them there is life after death
• listen to their beliefs about death
• agree with their beliefs about death
• suggest your own religious beliefs. Certified Nurse Aide exam

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Question 39

The best way to prevent the spread of infection is

• strict isolation
• hand washing
• wearing gloves
• clean clothes

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Question 41

An example of negative body language is

• crossing of the arms
• leaning forward
• smiling at the resident
• sitting to have a conversation

Question 41

An example of negative body language is

• crossing of the arms
• leaning forward
• smiling at the resident
• sitting to have a conversation

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Question 42

A resident’s dentures should be stored in

• tissue paper
• an emesis basin
• a labeled cup in water
• the utility room

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Question 43

The Heimlich maneuver (abdominal thrust) should be used if the resident is

• confused
• choking
• vomiting
• diabetic

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Question 44

The nurse aide is going to take Mr. Heath’s vital signs. What should the nurse aide do to get Mr. Heath to cooperate and reduce his anxiety?

• wash her hands before and after the procedure
• gather all equipment before beginning
• wear disposable gloves for all procedures
• explain the procedures to Mr. Heath

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Question 45

What is the purpose of using the chain of command in a long term care facility?

• to keep communication about a problem flowing smoothly
• to be sure residents follow the rules
• to prevent residents from going behind the nurses station
• to provide more jobs in nursing

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Question 46

Signs of poor circulation are

• paleness, cold skin, edema
• perspiration, red skin
• warm, dry, pink skin
• hot flashes

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Question 47

A foley catheter is used

• to drain the bladder and remove urine
• to use as a rectal tube
• for gastric feeding
• to suction stomach contents

Question 48

While the nurse aide is giving a bed bath, the resident begins to have a seizure. The nurse aide should

• lower the head of the bed and turn the resident’s head to the side
• restrain the resident’s arms and legs so (s)he doesn’t hurt her/himself
• insert a tongue blade into the resident’s mouth
• leave the room and get the charge nurse immediately

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Question 49

When communicating with a resident who is hearing impaired, the nurse aide should

• face the resident and speak clearly
• shout so the resident can hear
• write everything down for the resident
• speak very slowly and use hand gestures

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Question 50

If you are unable to understand what a resident is saying, you should

• nod your head and act as if you understand
• ask the resident to repeat or point to what (s)he needs
• tell the resident you don’t have time to talk
• ask another nurse aide to talk to the resident

Question 53

Mr. Burns is removed from an activity and placed in his room due to his yelling. He is unable to exit the room. This is an example of

• verbal abuse
• physical abuse
• desertion
• involuntary seclusion

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Question 54

Infection control in the nursing home is important because the elderly

• are more susceptible to disease
• harbor more disease causing organisms
• eat and drink poorly
• are less active

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Question 55

A 200 ml cup is 1/4 full. A 120 ml glass is 3/4 full. Calculate the total intake.

• 320 ml
• 240 ml
• 180 ml
• 140 ml

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Question 56

When bathing residents the highest priority is to

• get them clean
• keep them warm
• ensure safety
• follow a specific order

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Question 57

In order to breathe more easily, residents with a respiratory condition may like their bed in a position with their head

• and feet elevated
• lowered
• and feet lowered
• elevated

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Question 58

Physical problems related to AIDS include

• weight gain and weakened immune system
• poor nutrition and weakened immune system
• weight loss and good skin condition
• swelling and weight gain. Certified Nurse Aide exam

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Question 59

The aging process in many people often proceeds at a rate that

• decreases with age
• increases with age
• is different
• is very similar

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Question 60

Whenever you are exposed to blood or body fluids you must use

• a gown
• gloves
• a mask
• protective footwear

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Question 61

The application of cold is used to

• increase circulation
• increase temperature
• reduce itching
• reduce swelling

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Question 62

The most important basic human needs are

• socialization and companionship
• hydration and nutrition
• acceptance and respect
• the feeling of fulfillment