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General CNA Knowledge What is the primary role of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)? a. Administer medications b. Assist with daily living activities c. Diagnose medical conditions d. Perform surgeries Which of the following is considered a vital sign? a. Blood glucos...

General CNA Knowledge What is the primary role of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)? a. Administer medications b. Assist with daily living activities c. Diagnose medical conditions d. Perform surgeries Which of the following is considered a vital sign? a. Blood glucose level b. Blood pressure c. Body weight d. Urine output What is the normal range for adult heart rate? a. 40-60 beats per minute b. 60-100 beats per minute c. 100-120 beats per minute d. 120-140 beats per minute How often should a CNA check a patient’s vital signs? a. Once a day b. Every hour c. As per the care plan or facility policy d. Only if the patient complains Which of the following actions is considered neglect? a. Forgetting to record vital signs b. Failing to provide necessary care c. Asking for help d. Following a care plan What is the primary purpose of a care plan? a. To keep the patient busy b. To outline the patient’s specific needs and goals c. To train new staff d. To report to family members Which of the following is an appropriate response to a patient’s complaint of pain? a. Assess the pain and report it to the nurse b. Tell them to stop complaining c. Ignore their request for help d. Give them medication without permission  What is the first step when taking a patient’s blood pressure? a. Place the stethoscope in the patient’s ears b. Position the cuff on the patient’s arm c. Inflate the cuff d. Write down the reading True or False: A CNA can administer medication. a. True b. False True or False: CNAs can perform tasks that require medical judgment. a. True b. False Patient Care and Safety 11. What should you do if a patient is experiencing difficulty breathing? a. Leave them alone b. Call for help and stay with the patient c. Give them food d. Ignore them 12. What should you do if a patient falls? a. Leave them on the floor until help arrives b. Help them up immediately c. Assess the patient and call for help d. Move them to another room 13. What should you do if you notice a pressure sore? a. Ignore it b. Report it later c. Notify the nurse immediately d. Treat it themselves 14. How do you properly make an occupied bed? a. Roll the patient to one side b. Work from the side and keep the patient in the center c. Leave the patient sitting up d. Change the sheets quickly without disturbing the patient 15. How should you communicate with a patient who has difficulty hearing? a. Speak slowly and clearly, using gestures if necessary b. Yell loudly c. Ignore them d. Use complicated medical terms 16. When feeding a patient, you should: a. Rush to get it done  b. Assist them patiently and check for choking c. Force food into their mouth d. Allow them to eat alone 17. What is the correct way to assist a patient in using a walker? a. Stand behind and slightly to the side b. Push them from behind c. Hold the walker for them d. Stand in front of them 18. Which position is best for a patient recovering from surgery? a. Supine b. Prone c. Lateral d. Fowlers 19. When assisting a patient with personal hygiene, you should: a. Rush the process b. Respect the patient’s privacy c. Talk loudly to them d. Use cold water only 20. Which of the following best describes proper body mechanics? a. Using your legs and keeping your back straight when lifting b. Twisting your body while lifting c. Lifting with your back d. Bending your knees and leaning forward Infection Control 21. What is the purpose of hand hygiene in healthcare? a. To keep hands smelling nice b. To prevent the spread of infection c. To comply with regulations d. To avoid dry skin 22. What should you do if you are exposed to a patient’s blood? a. Clean it off and forget about it b. Report it immediately and follow facility protocol c. Ignore it if you feel fine d. Call the patient’s family 23. Which type of isolation is used for a patient with a contagious disease? a. Contact isolation b. Droplet isolation c. Both a and b d. Standard precautions  24. Which of the following is a sign of infection? a. Redness and swelling b. Warmth around the area c. Fever d. All of the above 25. What is the best way to prevent the spread of germs? a. Wearing gloves at all times b. Disinfecting surfaces once a week c. Regular handwashing d. Avoiding contact with patients Emergency Procedures 26. What should you do if a patient is choking? a. Offer them water b. Perform the Heimlich maneuver and call for help c. Leave them alone d. Slap them on the back 27. What should you do if you find a piece of equipment that is broken? a. Report it to your supervisor b. Attempt to fix it yourself c. Leave it as is d. Ignore it 28. What is the best way to document a patient’s condition? a. By verbal report b. By writing it down in the medical record c. By telling a coworker d. By calling the family 29. What is the appropriate way to answer a call light? a. Respond promptly and check on the patient b. Ignore it if you’re busy 30. How should a CNA respond to a patient who is confused? a. Speak calmly and clearly b. Raise their voice c. Argue with them d. Leave them alone Patient Rights and Ethics  31. True or False: A CNA can accept tips from patients or their families. a. True b. False 32. What should a CNA do if they suspect abuse is occurring? a. Report it immediately according to facility policy b. Confront the alleged abuser c. Ignore it d. Tell the patient not to worry 33. Which of the following is a barrier to effective communication? a. Active listening b. Language differences c. Eye contact d. Body language 34. What is the role of a CNA in patient advocacy? a. To make decisions for the patient b. To speak up for the patient’s rights and needs c. To enforce rules d. To report all patient complaints 35. What does the acronym "RACE" stand for in fire safety? a. Rescue, Alert, Contain, Extinguish b. Remove, Assess, Care, Evacuate c. Rescue, Advise, Call, Evacuate d. Report, Act, Contain, Evacuate Additional Skills and Knowledge 36. What is the best way to handle a patient’s belongings? a. Take them home b. Keep them secure and respect their privacy c. Use them for personal purposes d. Throw them away 37. Which of the following best describes a patient’s advance directive? a. A form to apply for insurance b. A legal document stating a patient’s wishes for medical treatment c. A medication chart d. A communication log 38. How should a CNA assist a patient with mobility issues? a. Encourage them to walk without assistance b. Provide support and use assistive devices c. Push them in a wheelchair all the time d. Ignore their requests for help  39. Which of the following is an example of nonverbal communication? a. Speaking clearly b. Using gestures or body language c. Writing notes d. Making phone calls 40. What is the most important thing to remember when working with patients who have dementia? a. Maintain strict routines b. Be patient and flexible c. Ignore their feelings d. Always correct them Specialized Care 41. What is the purpose of a bath blanket? a. To dry the patient b. To provide warmth and privacy during bathing c. To cover the bed d. To dry the floor 42. When caring for a patient with diabetes, it is important to: a. Encourage them to eat whatever they want b. Monitor their blood sugar levels c. Tell them to exercise excessively d. Ignore their dietary needs 43. Which of the following is a sign of a stroke? a. Sudden headache b. Confusion c. Both a and b d. Nausea 44. What should you do if a patient is in restraints? a. Leave them alone for hours b. Monitor them closely for safety c. Ignore their requests to be released d. Use them for any behavior 45. How often should you reposition a patient in bed? a. Once a day b. At least every two hours c. Only when they ask d. Whenever you have time Nutrition and Hydration 46. What is the primary goal of a patient’s diet? a. To meet nutritional needs and promote health b. To reduce appetite c. To increase cravings d. To limit food intake 47. Which of the following is a sign of dehydration? a. Dry mouth and decreased urine output b. Increased appetite c. Frequent urination d. Excessive sweating 48. What should you do if a patient refuses to eat? a. Force them to eat b. Respect their choice and notify the nurse c. Ignore their refusal d. Remove their food without comment 49. What is a clear liquid diet? a. Only soft foods b. Foods that are easy to digest c. Clear fluids that are easily seen through d. Foods that have no color 50. When assisting a patient with feeding, it’s important to: a. Rush the process b. Make it a pleasant experience and offer choices c. Feed them in silence d. Only allow them to eat specific foods Communication and Documentation 51. What is the best practice for documenting patient care? a. Record information promptly and accurately b. Wait until the end of the shift c. Only document if something goes wrong d. Share information verbally 52. How should a CNA handle a patient’s personal information? a. Discuss it openly with coworkers b. Keep it confidential and secure c. Share it with family members d. Write it in a public area 53. Which of the following is an example of verbal communication? a. Talking to a patient  b. Smiling at a patient c. Writing a note d. Nodding your head 54. What is the purpose of patient education? a. To confuse the patient b. To help the patient understand their health and care c. To limit patient questions d. To enforce strict rules 55. How should you respond to a patient who is upset? a. Listen actively and offer support b. Tell them to calm down c. Change the subject d. Leave them alone Legal and Ethical Issues 56. What is informed consent? a. A verbal agreement b. An agreement made after providing all necessary information c. A written statement d. An assumption of care 57. Which of the following is a legal document that outlines a patient's healthcare wishes? a. Patient care plan b. Advance directive c. Medical chart d. Progress report 58. True or False: A CNA can provide medical advice to a patient. a. True b. False 59. What should you do if you are unsure about a procedure? a. Attempt it anyway b. Ask a supervisor for guidance c. Ignore it d. Do it the way you think is best 60. What is the primary responsibility of a CNA? a. To supervise nurses b. To provide basic patient care c. To prescribe medications d. To make medical decisions Conclusion and Summary 61. Which of the following is an important part of patient care? a. Compassion and empathy b. Strict discipline c. Ignoring patient preferences d. Only following orders 62. How can a CNA best support a patient’s emotional needs? a. By providing only physical care b. By dismissing their concerns c. By listening and providing emotional support d. By avoiding interaction 63. What should you do if you notice a change in a patient’s condition? a. Wait to see if it improves b. Report it immediately to the nurse c. Keep it to yourself d. Document it later 64. How should a CNA handle a family member who is upset? a. Listen and provide support b. Tell them to leave c. Ignore them d. Make excuses 65. What is the most effective way to build rapport with patients? a. By being distant b. By avoiding eye contact c. By being friendly and approachable d. By rushing through care Patient Care Skills 66. When assisting a patient to the bathroom, you should: a. Ensure they have assistance and privacy b. Leave them alone c. Rush them d. Stand outside the door 67. What is the primary goal of rehabilitation? a. To help the patient regain independence b. To provide long-term care c. To keep patients in bed d. To prevent all activities 68. When assisting a patient with ambulation, you should: a. Encourage them to use their assistive device  b. Hold their arm tightly c. Let them walk alone d. Push them quickly 69. Which of the following is a proper way to lift a patient? a. Lift with your back b. Bend your knees and use your legs c. Pull them by the arms d. Use your arms only 70. How can a CNA help prevent skin breakdown? a. Regularly repositioning the patient b. Ignoring it c. Using only powder d. Leaving the patient in one position Infection Prevention 71. What should you do before and after patient contact? a. Apply lotion b. Wash your hands c. Wear gloves d. Avoid touching anything 72. When should gloves be worn? a. When there is a risk of contact with blood or body fluids b. Only when it is cold c. Only when touching the patient d. Whenever you feel like it 73. How can you properly dispose of sharp objects? a. Throw them in the trash b. Use a designated sharps container c. Leave them on the counter d. Flush them down the toilet 74. What should you do if you have a cut on your hand while working? a. Ignore it b. Cover it with a bandage and notify your supervisor c. Continue working without care d. Use it to clean surfaces 75. Which of the following is a common symptom of infection? a. Fever b. Increased appetite c. Good energy levels d. Weight gain Patient Mobility 76. What is the correct way to use a wheelchair? a. Ensure brakes are locked before transferring b. Push it from behind without caution c. Allow the patient to roll forward d. Keep the footrests up 77. How should a CNA assist a patient with walking? a. Walk beside them, providing support b. Pull them along c. Let them walk alone d. Push them from behind 78. What is the best way to encourage a patient to exercise? a. Force them to do it b. Offer support and motivate them gently c. Ignore their concerns d. Limit their activity 79. How often should a patient be repositioned in bed? a. Every hour b. At least every two hours c. Once a shift d. Only if they complain 80. What is the primary goal of physical therapy? a. To improve mobility and function b. To increase pain c. To keep patients inactive d. To prevent all movement Nutrition and Hydration 81. What is the most important nutrient for wound healing? a. Carbohydrates b. Fats c. Protein d. Sugar 82. How can a CNA encourage a patient to drink more fluids? a. Limit their access to drinks b. Offer a variety of fluids and remind them regularly c. Only provide water d. Tell them it’s not necessary 83. Which of the following foods is high in fiber? a. White bread  b. Whole grains and vegetables c. Candy d. Chips 84. What is the purpose of a special diet? a. To meet the specific health needs of a patient b. To limit food choices c. To make meals more difficult d. To restrict flavors 85. How should a CNA assist a patient with dietary restrictions? a. Respect their restrictions and offer appropriate alternatives b. Ignore their needs c. Encourage them to cheat d. Force them to eat certain foods Safety and Emergency Preparedness 86. What is the first thing you should do in an emergency situation? a. Panic b. Assess the situation and ensure safety c. Call for help without checking d. Leave the area 87. Which of the following is a fire safety measure? a. Blocking fire exits b. Ignoring alarms c. Keeping flammable materials away from heat sources d. Smoking indoors 88. How can you prevent falls in patients? a. Leave items on the floor b. Keep walkways clear and ensure good lighting c. Rush patients when walking d. Ignore mobility aids 89. What should you do if a patient is choking? a. Wait for them to cough it up b. Perform the Heimlich maneuver if trained c. Offer them a drink d. Leave them alone 90. What is the purpose of a safety plan in healthcare? a. To prepare for emergencies and protect patients b. To restrict patient movement c. To make procedures longer d. To avoid training Conclusion and Summary 91. Why is teamwork important in healthcare? a. To work in isolation b. To provide better patient care c. To avoid communication d. To limit collaboration 92. How should a CNA continue their education? a. By attending workshops and training programs b. By ignoring updates c. By only reading old materials d. By avoiding further learning 93. What is the importance of self-care for healthcare workers? a. To maintain personal health and prevent burnout b. To neglect their own needs c. To work longer hours d. To ignore stress 94. How can a CNA best support their colleagues? a. By competing with them b. By avoiding communication c. By offering help and sharing knowledge d. By keeping information to themselves 95. What is the primary responsibility of a CNA when it comes to patient care? a. To manage medications b. To assist with daily living activities c. To make medical diagnoses d. To prescribe treatments Patient Care Skills 96. How should a CNA handle a patient who is confused? a. Ignore them b. Speak clearly and calmly c. Yell at them d. Change the subject 97. What is the purpose of a patient care plan? a. To limit care options b. To guide care based on individual needs c. To ignore patient preferences d. To complicate procedures 98. Which of the following is a proper technique for taking vital signs? a. Take them whenever you want  b. Follow the facility's protocols c. Ignore the patient's condition d. Rush through the process 99. How can a CNA assist a patient with personal hygiene? a. Respect their privacy and provide help as needed b. Ignore their requests c. Only wash their hands d. Rush them through it 100. Why is it important to treat every patient with respect? a. It promotes trust and improves care b. It avoids complaints c. It makes the job easier d. It has no impact