Allied Health Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Practice Test

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• NPO stands for which phrase?
• Which statement best describes Sims Position?
• The shortening and hardening of soft tissue resulting in deformity or rigidity of joints, usually caused by lack of extension and movement.
• The branch of medicine dealing with the health and care of the elderly.
• Which term describes lying on the back with the spine straight?
• Brain failure characterized by loss of ability to think, remember, reason, and communicate.
• Which item is commonly used as PPE along with gloves and a mask, as needed?
• A legal advocate for residents in long-term care who helps resolve disputes and settle conflicts is called an
• What is the proper technique for emptying a urinary drainage bag and documenting the output?
• In Fowlers Position, the head and torso are elevated to which degree range?
• What is the CNA role in rehabilitation and restorative care?
• Which of the following is a red flag for elder abuse or neglect that must be reported?
• What is the primary purpose of standard precautions in infection control?
• Hemiplegia is most often caused by which event?
• What is the proper dressing order when dressing a resident?
• Which term describes the shrinking of muscle mass due to protein deficiency and decreased exercise?
• Which term describes a condition where bones become porous and brittle due to mineral loss?
• Which practice helps prevent contamination when emptying a urinary drainage bag?
• Which are common assistive devices used by CNAs to promote safety and independence?
• Which term means the inability to control bowel or bladder?
• Which sequence correctly describes hand hygiene before patient care?
• The abbreviation 't' refers to which measurement site?
• Which term describes a plan developed for each resident to achieve goals; outlines steps?
• How should a CNA document and respond to changes in a resident's mental status?
• In infection control for MDROs, which statement reflects best practice?
• What is recommended when communicating with a resident who has dementia or cognitive impairment?
• Which of the following signs indicate dehydration?
• Which term describes the increased restlessness or agitation in the late afternoon and evening among residents with dementia?
• How should a CNA prevent pressure injuries during long-term bed rest?
• In medical shorthand, what does Hyper indicate regarding a measurement?
• What is a correct procedure for documenting intake and output (I&O)?
• Which description matches the Fowlers Position?
• Which position involves lying on the stomach?
• Which abbreviation corresponds to Rectal (rectum)?
• LTC stands for which phrase?
• Which action helps minimize the risk of injury during a resident transfer?
• Which condition causes tremors, a shuffled gait, and mask-like expression, with many developing some level of dementia?
• Which positioning practice best supports breathing efficiency?
• Which term describes the inhalation of food or fluid into the lungs?
• In medication timing, pc indicates administration after meals.
• Aphagia is defined as which of the following?
• Dysphagia is best described as which?
• Gait belt usage during transfers should be used to promote safety by providing what?
• How do you perform a basic resident assessment as a CNA?
• Which term describes paralysis on one side of the body, usually resulting from a stroke or head trauma?
• What information should be included when documenting changes in a resident's condition?
• What describes Task Segmentation?
• Task Segmentation involves...
• In Sims Position, which side is down and which knee is drawn up?
• Which communication practice helps residents with cognitive impairment?
• What is the normal respiratory rate for a healthy adult, and how do you count it?
• Which statement best describes the benefit of a calm environment for residents?
• Which term describes difficulty speaking?
• What is the CNA's role in infection control when dealing with multi-drug resistant organisms (MDROs)?
• VS stands for what in clinical shorthand?
• Which term refers to care for terminally ill patients, focusing on quality of life, comfort, and relieving pain?
• What is an appropriate initial response when a resident reports nausea?
• Which action is essential before starting care to protect a resident's privacy?
• Which abbreviation is commonly used to denote a heart attack?
• What are the key steps of passive range of motion (PROM)?
• How should a CNA handle a resident's personal belongings?
• Which term is the opening between the colon and abdomen to divert bowel content?
• The abbreviation 'ty' refers to which site?
• MI stands for which cardiac event?
• Are CNAs allowed to perform sterile wound care, and what are typical wound care responsibilities?
• Which is an effective method when communicating with a resident who has impaired hearing?
• The abbreviation 'r' refers to which site?
• What does ROM stand for in common nursing abbreviations?
• What is the correct order of actions in a fire emergency using RACE?
• Explain how to correctly transfer a resident from bed to wheelchair using a gait belt.
• Which term refers to the medical specialty focused on aging and care of older adults?
• Which position is used to properly infuse an enema?
• Which statement about normal vital signs is correct?
• In medical abbreviations, D/C typically stands for which term?
• Which term describes the difficult and often painful elimination of hard, dry stool?
• What is the normal resting heart rate for adults and how is it measured at the radial artery?
• Which ROM type is performed when the resident actively moves their joints?
• Which term refers to absence of breathing for more than 10 seconds?
• How is blood pressure measured manually, and what are normal systolic/diastolic values?
• What dietary considerations should a CNA observe when assisting residents with meals?
• During bed making, why is it important to keep the resident covered?
• Which term means showing or prompting someone to perform an activity?
• Which term means the shrinking of muscle mass due to protein deficiency and decreased exercise?
• c/o stands for which phrase?
• In scheduling, the letter q means?
• Why is proper positioning important during respiratory care?
• What does DM stand for in medical terminology?
• Which sequence correctly describes the AIDET framework used in CNA care?
• What does q indicate in a dosage schedule?
• BP stands for which vital measurement?
• Which term describes care of the genitals and rectal region?
• Which condition describes bones becoming porous and brittle due to mineral loss from lack of weight bearing and calcium deficiency?
• Parkinson's Disease commonly includes tremors, a shuffled gait, and mask-like expression; many patients may develop what associated condition?
• Taking advantage of a position of power in order to benefit yourself.
• Which position describes lying on the back with the spine aligned?
• Which term provides advocacy to resolve disputes for residents in long-term care facilities?
• If intake or output shows a discrepancy, what should the CNA do?
• Which abbreviation stands for Temporal (forehead)?
• ADL stands for which term?
• What term describes the care of the body after death?
• CVA is an abbreviation for which medical condition?
• Which term describes loss of the gag reflex and inability to swallow?
• Which term describes inflammation in the joints from normal wear and tear?
• A resident begins to fall. Which sequence describes safe steps a CNA should take to prevent injury?
• Which item is not typically included in CNA documentation of resident changes?
• Aphasia is defined as which?
• PO stands for which phrase?
• Which of the following is a core right residents have under the Residents' Bill of Rights?
• PROM stands for which type of motion?
• Which term denotes difficulty breathing?
• RACE stands for what?
• Dysphagia describes which condition?
• Which term describes a fast pulse (>100 bpm)?
• How would you distinguish acute pain from chronic pain in resident care?
• CVA is an abbreviation used for which condition?
• Which action is NOT part of standard precautions?
• Which abbreviation represents a mobility device used by residents?
• Which statement is true about the Supine position?
• HTN stands for which medical term?
• Swelling caused by excess fluids in body tissue.
• Which abbreviation corresponds to Rectal (rectum)?
• What does QID indicate in medication dosing?
• Which term describes a plan developed for each resident to achieve goals; outlines the steps and tasks that the care team must follow?
• Which term refers to the accumulation of stool in the colon, blocking normal passage of feces?
• Which abbreviation means not swallowing anything by mouth?
• In medical shorthand, what does Hypo indicate regarding a measurement?
• Which sequence represents the correct RACE protocol for fire safety?
• How often should a CNA reposition a resident on long-term bed rest?
• When a resident experiences shortness of breath, what immediate actions should the CNA take?
• Which abbreviation matches Apical Pulse?
• Congestive heart failure commonly presents with which signs?
• After removing gloves, what is the correct next step?
• If nausea persists after initial measures, what is the appropriate action?
• Which abbreviation corresponds to Oral (mouth)?
• Which of the following is NOT a right typically listed under the Residents' Bill of Rights?
• What constitutes the complete, correct care for a resident with an indwelling catheter?
• Why is privacy important during perineal care?
• Which actions best protect a resident's privacy during care activities?
• Taking advantage of a position of power for personal monetary gain.
• Aphasia refers to which impairment?
• Which term means vomiting?
• How should a CNA respond to a resident's call light?
• In medication timing, ac indicates administration before meals.
• PPE stands for which term?
• Which term describes a fast pulse?
• BID stands for which frequency?
• Which BP reading or symptom requires immediate nurse notification?
• TID stands for which frequency?
• Which condition is described as a chronic lung disease most commonly caused by smoking?
• The abbreviation 'o' refers to which site?
• Which action best protects privacy during care activities?
• Which technique is correct for perineal care?
• Which safety step is essential when transporting a resident off the unit?
• What is the recommended response if a resident has a seizure in bed?
• What term refers to the failure to provide needed care that could result in harm?
• What is the proper method to count respirations without the resident noticing?
• Which statement correctly describes undressing a resident?
• Which term is the opening between the colon and abdomen to divert bowel content?
• The accumulation of stool in the colon, blocking normal passage of feces.
• What does COPD stand for?
• Which statement accurately describes Active Range of Motion (AROM)?
• What are common causes of confusion in older adults and how should a CNA respond?
• Which option matches the abbreviation for Axillary (armpit)?
• In clinical abbreviations, what does w/c most commonly stand for?
• Which term best describes showing or prompting someone to begin an activity?
• What is the basic sequence for making an occupied bed?
• Which term denotes lying on the stomach?
• Which temperature measurement site is described as most accurate?
• Which term describes an infection acquired while staying in a hospital or nursing facility?
• Which of the following best expands the abbreviation CHF in medical shorthand?
• In medication timing, pc indicates administration after meals.
• Sims Position is commonly used for which procedure?
• When gloves are visibly soiled, what is the correct hand hygiene sequence?
• In Latin medical shorthand, ac stands for which?
• Which of the following are common signs of malnutrition in elderly residents?
• Which term refers to the act of leaving an area of safety without supervision by a resident with impaired decision-making?
• Which signs are commonly observed in dehydration in older adults?
• How should a CNA respond if a resident refuses care or treatment?
• Which statement best describes independence vs assistance in activities of daily living?
• What is the proper technique for removing gloves and performing hand hygiene afterward?
• HTN is the abbreviation for which medical term?
• Documenting progress and barriers in rehabilitation helps how?
• Which term means to walk?
• Which term means difficulty breathing?
• After a seizure ends, what action should the CNA take?
• Which statement correctly differentiates medical asepsis from sterile technique?
• Which term describes a resident with impaired decision-making ability leaving a safe area and supervision?
• Myocardial Infarction is commonly known as what?
• HS is used on orders to denote which concept?
• OOB stands for which phrase?
• Which term describes inflammation in the joints from wear and tear?
• Which term is the inhalation of food or fluid into the lungs?
• Aphagia is defined as which?
• How should you identify and prevent postural hypotension during ambulation?