Nursing assistant (CNA) knowledge worksheet with answers

Free printable Nursing assistant (CNA) knowledge worksheet: 8 problems from easy to exam level, with an answer key. Print it or save it as a PDF.

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1.Easy

What does "void" mean?

  1. ATo have a bowel movement
  2. BTo vomit
  3. CTo urinate
  4. DTo cough up sputum
2.Easy

Where are a resident's dentures stored when they are not being worn?

  1. AIn a cup of hot water to keep them clean
  2. BWrapped in a paper napkin on the meal tray
  3. CDry in the bedside drawer
  4. DIn a labeled denture cup with cool water
3.Easy

Which signs may point to high blood sugar (hyperglycemia)?

  1. AExtreme thirst and frequent urination
  2. BShakiness and sudden sweating
  3. CPale, cool and clammy skin
  4. DSudden hunger and a fast heartbeat
4.Medium

How can a resident's heels be protected while the resident lies on the back?

  1. APut a rubber ring under each heel to spread the pressure
  2. BPut a pillow under the calves so the heels are off the bed
  3. CTuck the top sheet tightly over the feet to keep them still
  4. DPlace a soft pillow directly under both heels
5.Medium

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

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

When should an ostomy pouch usually be emptied?

  1. AWhen it is about one-third to one-half full
  2. BOnce a week, when the whole pouch is changed
  3. COnly at bedtime
  4. DOnly when it is completely full
7.Hard

Which action best prevents a nursing assistant from leaving a resident unattended in a raised bed while making an occupied bed?

  1. AWorking as quickly as possible without stopping
  2. BGathering all the needed linen before starting
  3. CAsking the resident to hold the edge of the mattress
  4. DRaising the bed only after the linen is removed
8.Hard

A nursing assistant finishes care for a resident on contact precautions for C. difficile diarrhea. What should the nursing assistant do before leaving?

  1. AKeep the gloves on to go to the next resident, then wash the hands
  2. BRemove the gown and gloves in the room, then wash the hands with soap and water
  3. CUse alcohol hand rub over the gloves and leave them on
  4. DRemove the gown in the hallway and use alcohol hand rub

Answer key

  1. 1. C · To urinate
  2. 2. D · In a labeled denture cup with cool water
  3. 3. A · Extreme thirst and frequent urination
  4. 4. B · Put a pillow under the calves so the heels are off the bed
  5. 5. B · Immediately, to the nurse or supervisor
  6. 6. A · When it is about one-third to one-half full
  7. 7. B · Gathering all the needed linen before starting
  8. 8. B · Remove the gown and gloves in the room, then wash the hands with soap and water

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