CNA PRACTICE TEST - YOUTUBE 60 QUESTIONS

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CNA PRACTICE TEST - YOUTUBE (60 QUESTIONS)

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Question 1: Which of the following interventions should the CNA use to promote

autonomy for a patient regarding sleep and rest?

• Follow the unit sleep and wake cycle
• Encourage the patient to take frequent naps during the day
• Ask the patient what their preference are for bedtimes and waking
• Put the patient to bed at the time requested by the family

Answer:

C.

Explanation:

Asking the patient what their preference are for bedtime and waking promotes autonomy in decision making for the patient.Question 2: The resident's son is concerned that his dad is not receiving the proper care at the facility where you work. What is your response?

• Tell the son that you agree that his dad is certainly not receiving proper care.
• Listen silently and offer support to the son. Explain to him that he is welcome to speak to the

administrator if he would like.

• Tell the son that you wouldn't allow your family member to be a resident at this facility.
• Ask the son if there is anywhere else he would like his dad to go.

Answer:

B

Explanation:

The CNA should never engage in family issues or put down the facility. It is best to direct the family to upper management when grievances occurs.Question 3: You have a resident on the day shift that is refusing to take a shower. He has not had a shower in the past 3 days. How would you respond to this resident?

• Tell him he must take a shower so you don't get into trouble for not doing your job.
• Tell him that you will call his daughter (his POA) if he doesn't agree to take a shower.
• Gently force him into the bathroom until he agrees to shower.
• Explain to him that it is his right not to take a shower and that you will try again tomorrow.

Answer:

D

Explanation:

The patient has a right to not take a shower. Consider why the patient may be refusing. Are they uncomfortable with a female giving them a shower? Does he like to shower in the evenings? Building rapport with the resident is key.Question 4: The CNA is assisting the patient to a shower. Which of the following should be completed prior to bringing the client into the shower?

• Test the water temperature
• Apply skin lotion to the client's hells and bottoms of feet to soften calluses
• Have the client take off all their clothes and wrap them in a blanket for the trip down the unit

hallway

• Turn the water to the highest setting

Answer:

A

Explanation:

Water temperature should be tested prior to the client entering the shower. Water that is too hot may present as a safety hazard and burn the client. Water that vis too cold can be uncomfortable. Putting

lotion on the bottom of feet prior to shower entry can present a fall risk. Client privacy should be maintained prior to entering the shower.Question 5: An immobile patient requires transfer from a chair to their bed. Which of the following should the CNA utilize to transfer the patient?

• Gait belt
• Physical assist of one
• Contact guard assistance
• Mechanical lift

Answer:

D

Explanation:

Clients who are immobile require assistance from a mechanical lift to promote safety.Question 6: The CNA is caring for a patient who is experiencing an infection with Clostridium difficile (CDIFF). Which of the following should be used when caring for this patient?

• Gown and Gloves
• Gown, Gloves, and N95 respirator
• Gown, Gloves, surgical mash, and face shield
• Gloves and surgical mask

Answer:

A

Explanation:

CDIFF is spread through contact with infected feces. A gown and gloves should be untilized when caring for this client.Question 7: A resident that usually enjoys Bingo night is sitting in her room crying. She states that she doesn't want to go to Bingo night. What is your response?

• Okay, you don't have to go.
• Why don't you want to go? All your friends will be there?
• There are going to be lots of prizes. You should go!

• It's okay if you don't want to go but do you want to talk about why you don't want to go?

Answer:

D

Explanation:

Acknowledging the patient's feelings and asking her if she'd like to talk about it is the right response. All the other options blow off her feelings and can make her feel like her feelings don't matter.Question 8: Upon entering the room, the CNA finds a patient who is not responsive. What should the CNA do next?

• Telephone the family contact
• Close the curtain around the bed to maintain privacy
• Call for help
• Page the doctor on call

Answer:

C

Explanation:

Assistance should be summoned immediately when a client is discovered to be unresponsive.Question 9: The care plan for a patient indicates they should be repositioned every two hours when in bed. Which of the following is the rationale for this nursing intervention?

• Increase in patient comfort
• Provide the opportunity to check in with the patient
• Decrease fall risk
• Prevent skin breakdown

Answer:

D

Explanation:

Frequent turning and repositioning when in bed for prolonged periods will decrease risk of skin breakdown due to pressure.