CNA Test Questions and Answers PDF

Basic Nursing Skills What is the primary role of a CNA?. To provide medical diagnoses. To assist with daily living activities To manage medications. To perform surgeries Which of the following is a vital sign? aheight b. Weight c. Blood pressure d. Temperature How often should vital signs be che...

Basic Nursing Skills What is the primary role of a CNA?. To provide medical diagnoses. To assist with daily living activities To manage medications. To perform surgeries Which of the following is a vital sign? aheight b. Weight c. Blood pressure d. Temperature How often should vital signs be checked for stable patients? a. Every hour b. Every two hours c. Every four to six hours d. Once a day What does HIPAA stand for? a. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act b. Healthcare Information Privacy Act c. Health Information Protection Agency d. Health Insurance Protection Act What is the best way to maintain patient confidentiality? a. Share information with anyone who asks b. Only discuss patient information with authorized personnel c. Leave patient files open on your desk d. Post patient information on social media Patient Rights and Ethics What is the main purpose of patient rights? a. To ensure patients are treated with dignity and respect b. To limit patient choices c. To control patient behavior d. To restrict access to information How should a CNA respond to a patient's complaint? a. Dismiss it as unimportant b. Listen and report it to the supervisor c. Argue with the patient d. Ignore the complaint What should a CNA do if they witness abuse? a. Report it immediately b. Confront the abuser c. Keep it a secret d. Wait to see if it happens again What does informed consent mean? a. Patients agree without knowing the details b. Patients are forced to accept treatment c. Patients understand and agree to treatment d. Patients have no choice Infection Control What is the most effective way to prevent the spread of infection? a. Hand hygiene b. Wearing gloves c. Using masks d. Cleaning surfaces When should a CNA wash their hands? a. Only after using the restroom b. Before and after patient contact c. Only when they are visibly dirty d. Only when requested What is a common sign of infection? a. Normal body temperature b. Decreased appetite c. Fever d. Improved energy How should a CNA dispose of contaminated materials? a. Throw them in the regular trash b. Follow facility guidelines for hazardous waste c. Flush them down the toilet d. Leave them in the patient’s room Nutrition and Hydration Which of the following is a good source of protein? a. Fruits b. Meat and beans c. Bread d. Sugar 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 Which of the following foods is high in fiber? a. White bread b. Whole grains and vegetables c. Candy d. Chips 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 Patient Care Skills 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 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 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 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 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 Communication Skills What is the best way to communicate with a non-verbal patient? a. Use gestures and visual aids b. Speak loudly c. Ignore them d. Only write down information How should a CNA report changes in a patient's condition? a. Immediately to the nurse b. At the end of the shift c. Only if it's serious d. By texting them What is active listening? a. Interrupting to ask questions b. Thinking about your response while the other person speaks c. Fully concentrating and responding to the speaker d. Ignoring the speaker How can you best communicate with patients from diverse backgrounds? a. Respect their cultural practices and beliefs b. Assume everyone speaks English c. Use medical jargon d. Avoid eye contact What is the importance of non-verbal communication? a. It has no importance b. It conveys emotions and attitudes c. It confuses patients d. It is unnecessary in healthcare Mobility and Patient Transfer What is the correct way to assist a patient in transferring from a bed to a wheelchair? a. Use proper body mechanics and assist them safely b. Pull them without support c. Let them do it alone d. Push them quickly Which of the following can help prevent pressure ulcers? a. Ignoring skin care b. Letting patients stay in one position c. Regular repositioning of the patient d. Using dirty linens What is the correct technique for using a gait belt? a. Place it around the patient's waist and use it for support b. Wrap it loosely c. Only use it if the patient asks d. Use it as a decoration How can you assist a patient who is unsteady on their feet? a. Ignore their condition b. Offer your arm and guide them carefully c. Push them forward d. Let them walk alone What should you do if a patient falls? a. Check for injuries and notify the nurse b. Leave them on the floor c. Laugh it off d. Ignore it Understanding Medical Terminology What does "dyspnea" mean? a. Nausea b. Difficulty breathing c. High blood pressure d. Pain What does "hypertension" refer to? a. High blood pressure b. Low blood pressure c. Irregular heartbeat d. Normal blood pressure What does "bradycardia" mean? a. Fast heartbeat b. Normal heartbeat c. Slow heartbeat d. No heartbeat What does "prn" mean in medical terms? a. As needed b. When required c. At a specific time d. Once a day What does "qhs" mean? a. Every night at bedtime b. Every hour c. Twice a day d. As needed Mental Health and Patient Behavior What is the most common symptom of depression? a. High energy b. Low mood c. Increased appetite d. Excessive sleep How should a CNA respond to a patient exhibiting signs of anxiety? a. Remain calm and provide reassurance b. Dismiss their feelings c. Tell them to relax d. Ignore their anxiety What is a potential consequence of untreated mental health issues? a. Deterioration of physical health b. Increased energy c. Better coping skills d. Improved social interactions Which of the following is a sign of mental distress? a. Consistent happiness b. Withdrawal from social activities c. Increased productivity d. Heightened energy levels How can a CNA support a patient with a mental health condition? a. Provide a listening ear and compassion b. Ignore their condition c. Tell them to get over it d. Limit their social interactions Wrap-Up and Review What is the final step in the patient care process? a. Documenting care provided b. Leaving the room c. Ignoring the paperwork d. Only reporting to the patient Why is continuing education important for CNAs? a. To stay updated on best practices and regulations b. To avoid training c. To limit knowledge d. To reduce job responsibilities How can a CNA promote patient independence? a. Do everything for them b. Encourage them to do as much as they can c. Limit their activities d. Ignore their requests What is the best approach to take when providing care to elderly patients? a. Treat them like children b. Rush them through activities c. Show patience and respect d. Limit their independence What should a CNA do if they are unsure about a task? a. Guess and proceed b. Ask a supervisor for clarification c. Ignore it d. Make a decision on their own