Nursing assistant (CNA) knowledge worksheet with answers

What is a mitered corner when making a bed?

1. AA pillow placed at the corner of the bed for support
2. BA way of folding and tucking the sheet at the corner so it stays smooth and secure
3. CA plastic cover placed over the corner of the mattress
4. DA sheet left hanging loose at the foot of the bed so that the feet can move freely

What is stress incontinence?

1. ALeaking urine when coughing, sneezing, laughing or lifting
2. BLeaking urine because the bladder never empties fully
3. CWetting oneself because of worry and anxiety
4. DLeaking urine because of a sudden, strong urge to urinate

Which organ stores urine until it is passed?

1. AThe liver
2. BThe bladder
3. CThe ureter
4. DThe kidney

A nursing assistant drops a clean towel on the floor. What should be done with it?

1. AShake it out and use it for the resident
2. BUse it only to dry the resident's feet
3. CTreat it as dirty and put it in the laundry
4. DFold it and return it to the linen cart

Why is a lift (draw) sheet used to move a resident up in bed?

1. AIt keeps the resident warmer while moving
2. BIt removes the need to lower the head of the bed
3. CIt lets one person move any resident alone
4. DIt reduces friction and shearing on the skin

Why can bed side rails be dangerous for some residents?

1. AResidents can get trapped in gaps or fall climbing over them
2. BThey make the call light stop working
3. CThey are only dangerous for staff, who may pinch their fingers
4. DThey make the bed too warm and stuffy for the resident

A resident sitting up in bed keeps sliding toward the foot of the bed. What should the nursing assistant do?

1. ALeave her where she is so she is not disturbed
2. BMove her up with a lift sheet and a helper, and check the care plan
3. CTie a sheet across her chest to keep her from sliding down again
4. DPull her up by her arms on your own so she is not kept waiting

A nursing assistant is assigned to a resident on airborne precautions but has never been fit-tested for an N95 respirator. What should the nursing assistant do?

1. AEnter without a mask if the care takes less than 5 minutes
2. BTell the nurse before entering the room
3. CWear a surgical mask instead and keep the visit short
4. DWear two surgical masks, one over the other, for extra protection