Nursing assistant (CNA) knowledge worksheet with answers

Which is a common sign that death is near?

1. AA rising amount of urine output
2. BWarm, pink skin on the hands and feet
3. CCool, mottled skin on the hands and feet
4. DA sudden large increase in appetite

In Kübler-Ross's stages of grief, which stage is usually listed first?

1. ADenial
2. BDepression
3. CBargaining
4. DAcceptance

What is one effect of a cold application?

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

Which signs may point to dehydration?

1. ADark, strong-smelling urine and a dry mouth
2. BSudden weight gain over one day
3. CMoist skin and swelling of the feet and ankles
4. DLarge amounts of pale urine

For which resident is an oral temperature not appropriate?

1. AA resident who walks with a cane
2. BAn alert resident who last ate an hour ago
3. CA resident who wears reading glasses
4. DA resident who is unconscious

Which breathing technique is often taught to residents with COPD?

1. AHolding the breath as long as possible
2. BPursed-lip breathing
3. CBreathing quickly through the mouth
4. DBreathing into a paper bag

A resident is pale, sweaty and confused, with a fast, weak pulse and low blood pressure. What should the nursing assistant do?

1. AHelp the resident walk to improve circulation
2. BSit the resident in a chair and check the vital signs again in an hour
3. CGive the resident a hot drink and leave
4. DCall the nurse immediately and keep the resident lying down and warm

A resident's weight this morning is 3 lb (about 1.4 kg) more than yesterday, and his ankles look swollen. What should the nursing assistant do?

1. ALimit his drinks for the rest of the day without telling anyone
2. BWeigh him again next week to see whether the trend continues
3. CReport the weight gain and the swelling to the nurse promptly
4. DRaise his legs and leave it out of the report