Nursing assistant (CNA) knowledge worksheet with answers

Which single measure is most important for preventing the spread of infection in a care facility?

1. AWearing gloves for every task
2. BKeeping windows open in all rooms
3. CAsking the doctor to prescribe antibiotics
4. DHand hygiene

What does "person-first" language mean?

1. ANaming the person first, as in "a resident with diabetes"
2. BNaming the condition first, as in "the diabetic in Room 4"
3. CSpeaking to the family before the resident
4. DAlways using a resident's first name without asking

What is one effect of a cold application?

1. AIt increases swelling in the area
2. BIt reduces swelling and numbs pain
3. CIt raises the temperature of the area
4. DIt widens the blood vessels and increases bleeding

Blood has spilled on the floor of a resident's room. What should the nursing assistant do?

1. AWear gloves and clean it with the facility's approved disinfectant
2. BLeave it until housekeeping comes the next morning
3. CCover it with a towel and continue working
4. DWipe it up quickly with a dry paper towel and bare hands to save time

A nursing assistant suspects that a resident is being abused. When should this be reported?

1. AOnly after collecting proof that the abuse happened
2. BImmediately, to the nurse or supervisor
3. CAfter first asking the family if they know about it
4. DAt the end of the week, when the care plans are reviewed

Which way of speaking to an older resident shows respect?

1. AUsing the name the resident prefers, such as "Mr. Lee"
2. BUsing a singsong voice as with a small child
3. CTalking about her with a coworker while she listens
4. DCalling her "honey" or "sweetie"

A resident says, "I've been saving my pills, and soon I won't be a burden to anyone." What should the nursing assistant do?

1. ATell the resident not to talk like that and leave the room
2. BReport it at the end of the shift
3. CStay with the resident and get the nurse immediately
4. DPromise to keep it secret if the resident gives up the pills

A resident is confused, breathes through her mouth and has a history of seizures. Which temperature method is usually safest?

1. AA tympanic (ear) or temporal artery thermometer
2. BAn oral glass thermometer under the tongue
3. CAn oral digital thermometer held in the teeth
4. DSkipping her temperature for the whole day