2025 CNA PRACTICE EXAM EXAM QUESTIONS

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2025 CNA PRACTICE EXAM EXAM QUESTIONS

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-Guarantee passing score -25 Questions and Answers -format set of multiple-choice -Expert-Verified Explanation Question 1: What is the role of teamwork in dealing with difficult patients in a healthcare setting?

• Minimize collaboration to avoid conflicts
• Work independently to assert individual authority
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop effective strategies
• Compete with colleagues to gain recognition

Answer:

• Collaborate with colleagues to develop effective strategies

Question 2: When caring for a resident with a catheter, what is essential for preventing urinary tract infections ?

• Empty the drainage bag once a day
• Change the catheter weekly
• Use water to clean the catheter
• Keep the drainage bag below the level of the bladder

Answer:

• Keep the drainage bag below the level of the bladder

helps prevent the backflow of urine and reduces the risk of infection Question 3: A resident has a flushed face, rapid breathing and complains of pounding headaches after eating salty food. Which body system is likely affected ?

• Digestive system
• Immune system
• Cardiovascular system
• Respiratory system

Answer:

• Cardiovascular system

Rationale: these symptoms may indicate high blood pressure, following a high sodium intake.Question 4: A resident has a difficulty swallowing and begins coughing while drinking water.What is your priority?

• Encourage them to eat some bread
• Hit them in the middle of the back repeatedly
• Stop offering water and notify the nurse
• Offer solid food instead

Answer:

• Stop offering water and notify the nurse

Question 5: What is the correct way to perform nail care for a diabetic patient ?

• File the nail edges with a nail file
• Soak the feet in hot water before trimming
• Use fingernail clippers to cut the nails
• Trim the nails very short

Answer:

• file the edges with a nail file

Nursing Assistants are not allowed to clip nails Question 6: CNAs are allowed to independently decide to use physical restraints on a resident if they believe it is necessary to ensure the resident's safety.True or False

Answer:

False Question 7: You are feeding a patient with dysphagia, which item should not be given to this patient?

• Food thickener
• Thick liquids
• Thin liquids
• Mash potatoes

Answer:

• thin liquids

Explanation: Thin liquids can be difficult for patients with dysphagia to swallow, increasing the risk of aspiration Question 8: If a patient is described as " ambulatory," what can be inferred about their condition ?

• They require a wheel chair
• They are bedridden
• They can walk and move around
• They need assistance with standing

Answer:

• They can walk and move around

Question 9: A CNA records a resident's blood pressure as 160/90 mmHg but does not report it to the nurse. What type of medical error does this represent?

• Communication error

• Documentation error
• Negligence
• Equipment malfunction

Answer:

• Communication error

Question 10: What is a critical consideration when assisting a patient with eating?

• Encouraging the patient to feed themselves
• Check for dietary restrictions and allergies
• Feed the patient as fast as possible
• only provide liquids

Answer:

• Check for dietary restrictions and allergies

Question 11: A resident has a heart rate of 45 beats per minute and feels dizzy. What does this most likely indicate ?

• Normal variation for the resident
• Mild Dehydration
• Anxiety attack
• Bradycardia requiring urgent attention

Answer:

• Bradycardia requiring urgent attention

Question 12: A resident is experiencing muscle weakness, confusion, and irregular heartbeat.What might this indicate ?

• Dehydration
• Electrolyte imbalance
• Anxiety attack