Nursing assistant (CNA) knowledge worksheet with answers

In the usual sequence for removing PPE, which item comes off first?

1. AThe gown
2. BThe mask
3. CThe goggles
4. DThe gloves

What is neglect?

1. AGiving a resident too much help with care
2. BWaiting a few minutes before answering a call light during a busy shift
3. CRespecting a resident's choice to refuse care
4. DFailing to give the care or services that a resident needs

In what order is personal protective equipment (PPE) usually put on?

1. AMask, gloves, gown, goggles
2. BGloves, goggles, mask, gown
3. CGown, mask, goggles, gloves
4. DGoggles, gloves, gown, mask

Which rule applies when giving range-of-motion exercises?

1. ASupport the limb above and below the joint and move it gently
2. BExercise only the joints on the resident's strong side to avoid pain
3. CPush the joint past the point of pain to stretch it
4. DMove each joint quickly as far as it will go

After applying anti-embolism stockings, what should the nursing assistant check?

1. AThat the toes are covered so they cannot be seen
2. BThat they are rolled down a little at the top so they stay in place
3. CThat they are tight enough to leave deep marks
4. DThat they are smooth, and the toes are warm and normal in color

What is the goal of a bladder retraining program?

1. ATo keep the resident in incontinence briefs at all times
2. BTo insert a urinary catheter to empty the bladder
3. CTo limit all fluids so the resident needs the toilet less
4. DTo regain bladder control by toileting on a set schedule

A nursing assistant finds a pill on the floor of a resident's room. What should the nursing assistant do?

1. APut it in the resident's drawer for later
2. BGive it to the resident with a glass of water
3. CGive it to the nurse and say where it was found
4. DThrow it in the trash can

A nursing assistant tells a resident who will not eat, "If you don't eat, I'll tie your hands down and feed you myself." What is this?

1. AAssault, because it is a threat that makes the resident fear harm
2. BAcceptable, because it is a harmless way to encourage the resident to eat
3. CBattery, because the resident was actually touched
4. DLibel, because it damages the resident's reputation