CNA Certification (Written Exam) practice questions
235 free questions with answers and explanations.
- 101.A nurse aide is assigned to collect a 24-hour urine specimen for a resident. The resident voids at 7:00 AM and this urine is discarded to begin the collection. What is the correct procedure for the rest of the collection?Basic Nursing Skills
- 102.A nurse aide caring for a dying resident notices the resident's hands and feet have become bluish-purple and blotchy (mottled). What should the aide do?Communication and Psychosocial Needs
- 103.A family member of a dying resident has become withdrawn, cries frequently, and says, 'There's no point in doing anything anymore.' This behavior is most consistent with which stage of grief?Communication and Psychosocial Needs
- 104.A resident is diagnosed with influenza and placed on droplet precautions. Which PPE must the nurse aide wear when providing care within 3 feet of the resident?Infection Control and Safety
- 105.A resident who had a stroke has difficulty speaking but can understand what is said to her. Which approach will best support communication?Communication and Psychosocial Needs
- 106.A nurse aide is performing abdominal thrusts on a choking adult resident. Where should the aide place their fist to correctly perform the maneuver?Infection Control and Safety
- 107.A resident drank 8 oz of juice, 6 oz of milk, and 4 oz of water during breakfast. How many milliliters of fluid intake should the nurse aide record?Basic Nursing Skills
- 108.When entering the room of a resident who is blind, the nurse aide should always:Communication and Psychosocial Needs
- 109.A resident receiving oxygen therapy via nasal cannula wants to light a small candle for a religious ritual. What should the nurse aide do?Infection Control and Safety
- 110.When communicating with a resident who has significant hearing loss, which action is most appropriate?Communication and Psychosocial Needs
- 111.A resident uses a cane for ambulation. The CNA observes the resident consistently leaning heavily on the cane and dragging their foot on the affected side. What is the most appropriate action for the CNA?Restorative Skills
- 112.A resident frequently slides down in their wheelchair, requiring constant repositioning. This situation puts the resident at high risk for which type of pressure injury development?Restorative Skills
- 113.A CNA is preparing to give a resident a bed bath. Which of the following is the MOST important step to perform FIRST to ensure the resident's privacy and comfort?Activities of Daily Living
- 114.A nurse aide is preparing to clean a resident's bathroom after a resident with a highly contagious diarrheal illness has used it. Which personal protective equipment (PPE) is most essential to prevent transmission?Infection Control and Safety
- 115.A resident is visually impaired and needs assistance with feeding. To encourage independence and ensure safety, how should the CNA describe the food on the plate?Activities of Daily Living
- 116.A nurse aide is assisting a resident with a severe nosebleed. After applying pressure, what is the next most important infection control action the nurse aide should take regarding their hands?Infection Control and Safety
- 117.A nurse aide is preparing to clean a resident's dentures. Which personal protective equipment (PPE) should the nurse aide wear?Infection Control and Safety
- 118.A CNA is assisting a resident with brushing their teeth. The resident wears dentures. What specific care should be given to the resident's mouth before reinserting the dentures?Activities of Daily Living
- 119.A CNA is assisting a resident with passive range of motion (PROM) exercises. Which action is most important to ensure the resident's safety and comfort during the exercises?Restorative Skills
- 120.A resident has a stage 2 pressure injury on their sacrum. The CNA is assisting with repositioning. What is the most appropriate position to place the resident to relieve pressure on the sacrum?Restorative Skills
- 121.A new nurse aide is unsure if they are allowed to administer a specific over-the-counter medication (e.g., antacid) that a resident requested. What is the BEST course of action?Resident Rights and Legal/Ethical
- 122.A resident is observed attempting to climb over the bed rails despite repeated verbal redirection. The nurse aide has ensured the bed is in the lowest position, and the call light is within reach. What is the most appropriate next action for the nurse aide?Infection Control and Safety
- 123.A nurse aide is asked to identify a resident who is at high risk for falls. Which of the following factors would indicate the highest risk?Infection Control and Safety
- 124.A resident who is bed-bound frequently adducts their hips, leading to potential skin breakdown between their knees. Which assistive device is most appropriate to prevent this adduction and protect the skin?Restorative Skills
- 125.A CNA is assisting a resident with mouth care. The resident is unconscious. Which position should the CNA place the resident in to prevent aspiration?Activities of Daily Living
- 126.A nurse aide is providing care for a resident with a urinary catheter. To prevent a urinary tract infection (UTI), what is the most important action the nurse aide should take?Infection Control and Safety
- 127.A CNA is assisting a resident with a weak left leg to ambulate using a quad cane. Which sequence of movements is correct for the resident?Restorative Skills
- 128.A nurse aide is serving a resident their meal when the resident suddenly grabs their throat, is unable to speak, and their face is turning blue. What is the nurse aide's immediate action?Infection Control and Safety
- 129.A CNA is providing perineal care for an uncircumcised male resident. Which of the following is an essential step during this procedure?Activities of Daily Living
- 130.A nurse aide is assisting a resident with ambulation when the resident suddenly begins to fall. What is the nurse aide's immediate priority action?Infection Control and Safety
- 131.A CNA is assisting a resident with feeding who often pockets food in their cheeks. What action should the CNA take to prevent this from happening?Activities of Daily Living
- 132.A resident is refusing to eat their meal, stating they 'don't like anything on the tray.' What is the MOST appropriate initial action for the CNA?Activities of Daily Living
- 133.A resident is positioned in the Fowler's position. What is the approximate degree of head elevation for a resident in this position?Restorative Skills
- 134.A CNA is assisting a resident with toileting who uses a bedpan. After the resident has used the bedpan, what is the FIRST step the CNA should take before removing it?Activities of Daily Living
- 135.A nurse aide is preparing to empty a urinary drainage bag. Which action best prevents the spread of infection?Infection Control and Safety
- 136.A CNA is assisting a resident with grooming. The resident has long hair and requests it be brushed. What is the MOST appropriate technique for brushing long, tangled hair?Activities of Daily Living
- 137.A nurse aide is caring for a resident who is receiving oxygen therapy via nasal cannula. The resident's family brings in an electric blanket for comfort. What safety instruction should the nurse aide provide to the family?Infection Control and Safety
- 138.A resident is at high risk for pressure injuries. The CNA is instructed to reposition the resident every two hours. Which action is most crucial for the CNA to implement to prevent skin breakdown during repositioning?Restorative Skills
- 139.A CNA is assisting a resident with perineal care. The resident is uncircumcised. After retracting the foreskin, what is the NEXT step the CNA should take?Activities of Daily Living
- 140.A CNA is assisting a resident with bathing in the shower. To ensure safety and prevent falls, what action should the CNA take before the resident enters the shower?Activities of Daily Living
- 141.A resident is bed-bound and needs to be repositioned every two hours to prevent pressure injuries. The CNA should document the repositioning at what time intervals (assuming repositioning starts at 8:00 AM)?Restorative Skills
- 142.A CNA is assisting a resident with brushing their teeth. The resident is able to hold the toothbrush but has difficulty reaching all areas of their mouth. What is the MOST appropriate action for the CNA?Activities of Daily Living
- 143.A nurse aide is caring for a resident who has a new colostomy. The resident is very anxious about managing the stoma and changing the pouch. What is the most important initial action for the nurse aide?Infection Control and Safety
- 144.A nurse aide is performing perineal care for an uncircumcised male resident. Which action is essential to ensure proper hygiene and prevent infection?Infection Control and Safety
- 145.A nurse aide is assisting a resident who has been placed on contact precautions due to a multi-drug resistant organism (MDRO). Which action by the nurse aide demonstrates proper infection control for this situation?Infection Control and Safety
- 146.A nurse aide detects a strong odor of smoke coming from a resident's room. Following the RACE fire safety protocol, what is the nurse aide's immediate action?Infection Control and Safety
- 147.A nurse aide is assisting a resident who has a history of unsteadiness and uses a walker. Before beginning to ambulate, what is the most important safety check the nurse aide should perform?Infection Control and Safety
- 148.A CNA is assisting a resident with a complete bed bath. The resident expresses feeling cold during the bath. What is the MOST appropriate action for the CNA to take?Activities of Daily Living
- 149.A nurse aide is assisting a resident with a severe nosebleed. After applying pressure, what is the most important infection control measure for the nurse aide to take immediately after the bleeding is controlled?Infection Control and Safety
- 150.A nurse aide is assisting a resident who has a history of falls and is exhibiting increased confusion and restlessness. The nurse aide notes the resident attempting to climb out of bed. What is the most appropriate action for the nurse aide?Infection Control and Safety