CNA EXAM CRAM test -03

Which of the following traits are important for NAS?

courteous and respectfu
clean and neat appearance
honest, reliable, and dependable
all of the above

Who is the NA’s immediate supervisor?

doctor
charge nurse
resident
care team

Which of the following is MOST important for preventing the spread of infection?

washing hands and wearing gloves
changing linen
wearing a gown and face mask
isolating residents

If a resident starts to fall while ambulating what should the NA do?

gently ease the resident to the floor
ask another resident to help you
leave the person and go for help
all of the above

If a resident has fallen, what should the NA do FIRST?

begin CPR until medical help arrives
force fluids to prevent dehydration
stay with the resident and call for help
ask the resident what happened

When positioning a resident, what is the most important thing to remember?

keep the resident's body in proper alignment
tell the resident to stay still
maintain the same position for three hours or more
be sure the resident's spine is curved

What is the FIRST sign of a pressure sore?

pain
blistered or broken skin
infection and drainage
discolored skin

How often should the NA change a resident’s position?

morning and night
at the end of the NA's shift
at bedtime
every two hours or sooner

What is ambulation?

infection control
walking
sitting
side-lying position

What are body mechanics?

correct use of prosthesis
correct body positioning
correct use of wheelchairs
correct use of walkers

What is perineal care?

washing the face, back, and armpits
preventing pressure sores
promoting relaxation
cleansing the genitalia and rectum

What should the NA do if he/she suspects abuse?

discuss the problem with other NAS
discuss the problem with the resident's family
keep suspicions to him/herself
report the problem to the charge nurse

Which of the following should be reported to the charge nurse?

any change in a resident's condition
which television programs a resident watches
any gossip of a personal nature
all of the above

Universal Precautions apply to which of the following?

used needles
body fluids
every resident
all of the above

Which of the following is body fluid?

urine
blood
feces
all of the above

Which of the following is the BEST way to communicate with a resident who is hard of hearing?

face the resident and speak clearly
wait for the resident to speak first
use only written communication
shout at the person

Why should a resident be draped during bed baths with only one part of the body exposed?

to speed up the cleaning process
to keep the resident warm and maintain dignity
to remind the resident which area is being bathed
to remind the NA which area needs bathing

How can you be sure that bath water is not too hot for the resident?

place the resident's hand in the water to check the temperature
use a thermometer or test the water on your inner wrist
use equal parts of hot and cold water
allow the water to stand until it reaches room temperature

What is the general goal for rehabilitation?

to provide constant supervision
to provide total care
to promote self-care
to promote dependence

How often should gloves be changed?

after each resident contact
at the end of each shift
once a week
twice a week

Where are micro-organisms found

sinks and toilets only
hospitals only
nursing homes only
everywhere

What is incontinence?

thickening and hardening of arterial walls
emergency breathing procedure
disease that affects memory and judgment
inability to control bladder and/or bowel functions

When would you use the Heimlich Manuever?

for blockage of the arteries
for complete obstruction of the airway
to exercise muscles and joints
to prevent atrophy

Which of the following is NOT one of the stages of grief?

post-mortem
denial
depression
bargaining

What is the purpose of ROM?

to exercise joints
to measure vital signs
to ensure that a resident takes nothing by mouth
all of the above

What can the NA do to help prevent pressure sores?

keep the resident in a side-lying position
keep the resident in a sitting position during the day
change the resident's position at least every two hours
change the resident's position every four hours

Which of the following is abuse?

physical harm
mental harm
insulting remarks
all of the above

How should NAs respond to a resident’s problems or complaints?

show disinterest or impatience
listen with care and concern
interrupt and change the subject
pass judgment and give advice

Which of the following is NOT appropriate behavior for NAs?

protecting each resident's rights
reporting suspected abuse
maintaining confidentiality
discussing the NA's personal beliefs

What is the correct procedure if you are punctured by a used needle?

wash the area immediately with hot, soapy water
rinse the area with cold water
wear gloves to prevent future punctures
wash the area thoroughly during your

Which of the following does NOT apply to handling linen?

keep soiled linen off the floor
always shake or fluff linen
keep soiled linen and clean linen at least six feet apart
hold linen away from you

Which of the following is the MOST urgent priority in a life-threatening emergency?

bleeding
breathing
shock
comfort

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of shock?

skin is pale, cold, clammy, and may be sweating
skin is hot and flushed
breathing is shallow and rapid
pulse rate is fast, but weak

When would you use CPR?

when breathing and heartbeat stops
when a person complains of chest pain
when pulse rate becomes weak
when breathing is shallow and slow

What is the correct CPR procedure for one rescuer?

one breath followed by five compressions
one breath to each chest compression
two chest compressions followed by five breaths
two breaths followed by 15 chest compressions

When are restraints used?

to protect residents from harm
only upon written orders from a doctor
when other methods have failed
all of the above

Which of the following is NOT an alternative to restraints?

physical and mental activities
music therap
emotional support
isolation

If a resident is near death, the NA should assume which of the following?

the person cannot hear
the person can hear
everyone in the room should whisper
the resident prefers to be left alone

Which of the following describes good body mechanics?

carrying objects away from the body
carrying objects close to the body
keeping knees straight
using back muscles to lift

To communicate with someone who is aphasic, the NA should do which of the following?

use simple words
speak loudly
avoid the person
refuse to repeat information more than once

What should the NA do when a resident has a complaint?

agree with resident
scold the resident for complaining
listen and report the complaint
ignore the complaint

What is the BEST way to check whether a resident understands your directions?

ask the resident whether he/she understands
ask the resident to respond by nodding or shaking his or her head
ask the resident to repeat what you said
ask the resident to write what you said

What should a person do when entering the room of a resident who is blind?

greet the resident and identify yourself
approach the resident quietly before speaking
touch the person's arm to get his/her attention
say nothing until the resident speaks first

Which of the following shows respect for a resident?

taking time to listen
telling the resident you are too busy to listen
pretending to listen while you work
asking the resident not to talk so much

Which of the following might be a sign of infection?

fever
chills
lack of appetite
all of the above

TPR/BP applies to which of the following?

activities of daily living
exercising joints
medications
vital signs

What is myocardial infarction?

heart attack
lung disease
stroke
petit-mal seizure

What is cerebral vascular accident?

heart disease
stroke
epilepsy
diabetes

What is dehydration?

too little fluid
too much fluid
too little sleep
too much sleep

When should intake be recorded?

at the end of the day
when liquid is served
as soon as liquid is consumed
when output is measured

How should heavy objects be moved?

push
slide
pull
all of the above

What should the NA do before giving care?

identify the resident
tell the resident what he/she is going to do
provide privacy
all of the above

Which of the following should you do FIRST when transferring a resident?

plan the transfer in advance
begin the transfer before deciding whether you need assistance
ask the resident to hurry
raise the side rails

What are the benefits of good body mechanics?

protect you from injury
protect residents from injury
keep you from tiring easily
all of the above

How would you move a resident with a spinal injury?

drawsheet
log rolling
hydraulic lift
transfer belt

Which of the following applies to chair positioning?

spine is straight with knees away from the edge of the chair
hips are against the back of the chair
feet are resting comfortably on the floor
all of the above

Which of the following would the nursing assistant not chart as input?

count respirations when the resident is at rest
tell the resident what you are going to do
observe the rise and fall of the chest
report any difficulty in breathing

What is normal respiration rate per minut for adults?

5-10
14-20
25-30
32-38

Which of the following temperatures should be reported immediately?

102° F oral
999 F rectal
98°F oral
97° F axillary

Which of the following is normal pulse rate per minute for an adult?

40-55
60-80
100-115
120-130

What should the NA do if there are changes in vital signs?

report abnormal measurements to the charge nurse immediately
record and report any changes at the end of the shift
tell the resident about the changes
tell the resident's family about abnormal measurements

Which of the following is NOT associated with bathing?

increased circulation
relaxation
intake and output
observation

What is the purpose of bladder training?

controlling urination
controlling defecation
controlling constipation
measuring intake and output

Urine and feces should be observed for which of the following?

frequency
amount
color and odor
all of the above

What should you do for a resident who is NPO?

withhold all fluids by mouth
offer the resident coffee, tea, and juices
encourage the resident to drink water
keep the bedside water pitcher filled

What is normal fluid intake for adults?

500-800 ml daily
1,000-1,500 ml daily
2,000-2,500 ml daily
3,000-3,200 ml daily

What is the purpose of medical asepsis?

Change the subject.
decrease pathogens
sterilization
contamination

What should you do if you suspect abuse?

tell the resident's family
report the abuse to a state agency
report the abuse to the charge nurse
all of the above

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