Nursing assistant (CNA) knowledge worksheet with answers

What is reminiscence therapy?

1. AKeeping residents away from family photographs
2. BExercising the residents' arms and legs every morning
3. CEncouraging residents to talk about their past memories
4. DCorrecting residents each time they get the date wrong

Which pulse is usually checked in an adult during an emergency such as cardiac arrest?

1. AThe pedal pulse on the foot
2. BThe temporal pulse at the side of the head
3. CThe carotid pulse in the neck
4. DThe radial pulse at the wrist

Which signs are typical of a localized infection in a wound?

1. ASkin around the site that feels numb
2. BA wound that becomes smaller and dry
3. CRedness, warmth and swelling at the site
4. DCool, pale skin around the site

What is Cheyne-Stokes breathing, which may be seen near death?

1. ACoughing that brings up a large amount of thick yellow sputum
2. BSteady, quiet breathing at about 16 breaths per minute
3. CBreathing in through the nose and out through pursed lips
4. DDeep, then shallow breaths, followed by pauses with no breathing

Which is the best way to speak with a resident who is hard of hearing?

1. AStand behind the resident and speak into the better ear
2. BFace the resident and speak clearly at a normal or lower pitch
3. CShout each word so that the resident can hear everything clearly
4. DSpeak quickly so the resident does not get tired of listening

Which foot care practice is correct for a resident with diabetes?

1. ALet the resident walk barefoot to air the feet
2. BSoak the feet in hot water for an hour each day to soften the skin
3. CCut away corns and calluses with a razor
4. DCheck the feet every day and dry well between the toes

On a very hot day, a resident is sweating heavily, feels dizzy and has a headache. What should the nursing assistant do?

1. ACover her with a blanket and close the windows to stop drafts
2. BTake her for a short walk outside in the sun so that she feels better
3. CMove her somewhere cooler, offer fluids if allowed and tell the nurse
4. DGive her a hot drink so that she sweats out the extra heat

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. CSkipping her temperature for the whole day
4. DAn oral digital thermometer held in the teeth