INDIANA CNA PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS

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INDIANA CNA PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS

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-Guarantee passing score -100 Questions and Answers -format set of multiple-choice -Expert-Verified Explanation Question 1: A patient is refusing to drink fluids even though he is beginning to show signs of dehydration (concentrated urine, headache, sunken eyes, low energy). What should the CNA do?

Answer:

Explain the risks of dehydration, respect his decision, and inform the nurse about his condition.

Question 2: Which should the CNA NOT do as a healthcare professional?

Answer:

work single-handedly to take care of patients

Question 3: In which of the facilities to CNAs work?

Answer:

hospitals, long-term residential nursing care, rehabilitative care Question 4: If a CNA makes a mistake recording a patient's temperature, what should he do to correct this notation?

Answer:

draw a single line through the notation, write the word "error" beside this line and initial it. Then, write the correct number next to the notation.

Question 5: When speaking with a resident, the CNA should NOT:

Answer:

Share intimate or personal details of his or her life Question 6: While helping a resident sip hot tea, the CNA slips and accidentally spills hot tea on

the resident causing a burn. This is an example of:

Answer:

negligence

Question 7: Which is the proper protocol for droplet precautions?

Answer:

A patient is placed in a private room, and healthcare providers must wear masks and wash their hands when entering the room Question 8: Symptoms of a stage ________ pressure ulcer include partial thickness skin loss and possibly a blister or a reddish/pink shallow ulcer

Answer:

2 Question 9: Which of the following actions should a nursing assistant always perform when helping a resident to use a bedpan?

Answer:

place an absorbent pad on the bed for protection Question 10: A CNA is assigned a comatose patient on a ventilator. The CNA has never provided care for a patient in this state. What should the CNA do?

Answer:

tell the nurse manager that he/she has never done this kind of care and request additional instructions and training materials Question 11: If a CNA forgets to lock the wheels on a bed and a patient falls and gets injured as a result of this, what could the CNA be charged with?

Answer:

negligence

Question 12: Which statement is false about using a mechanical lift to transfer a resident?

Answer:

There must be at least one staff member to operate the lift Question 13: What is one way to emotionally connect with your residents without crossing boundaries?

Answer:

taking time to listen to the resident

Question 14: How should a CNA speak to a patient who is in an agitated state?

Answer:

In a calm and clear manner, while attempting to determine why the patient is agitated Question 15: Which device is used to transfer a resident from a bed to a stretcher?

Answer:

slide board

Question 16: Which of the following is NOT one of the 5 stages of grief?

Answer:

self-actualization Question 17: While standing in the elevator, a CNA overhears his colleagues speaking about a resident's care. What is this a violation of?

Answer:

patient confidentiality

Question 18: What is the most common injury that occurs when a resident falls?

Answer:

fractured hip Question 19: How should a CNA conduct oneself regarding a resident's religious beliefs?

Answer:

provide support and allow the resident to practice his religious beliefs

Question 20: A CNA falsely reports that one of his colleagues accepted an expensive gift from

the family of a resident. This is an example of:

Answer:

defamation Question 21: Which of the following practices ensures adequate protection when wearing gloves?

Answer:

handwashing before and after glove use Question 22: What should the CNA do to create a physically and/or emotionally safe environment for a resident who is visually impaired?

Answer:

make sure the resident's glasses and other visual aids are within reach; remove possible environmental hazards, like clutter on the floor; ensure the environment is well lit Question 23: After signing the consent forms for an upcoming invasive procedure, a patient has a few questions. What should the CNA say to the patient?

Answer:

I'll speak to the nurse to ask the doctor to speak with you

Question 24: Which of the following is not part of the admissions process?

Answer:

the resident goes home Question 25: When putting anti-embolism stockings on a patient, the CNA should:

Answer:

Ensure the stockings have no wrinkles in them Question 26: A resident receives oxygen therapy through a face mask. When should the face mask be removed?

Answer:

for eating