Nursing assistant (CNA) knowledge worksheet with answers

What is emesis?

1. ACoughing up blood from the lungs
2. BPassing gas or loose stool from the bowel
3. CHeavy sweating
4. DVomiting, or the material that is vomited

How many milliliters are in one fluid ounce, as commonly used for intake and output?

1. A100 mL
2. B15 mL
3. C30 mL
4. D5 mL

Which signs are typical of shock?

1. APale, cool, clammy skin and a rapid, weak pulse
2. BRed, hot, dry skin and a slow, strong pulse
3. CWarm skin and a very high blood pressure
4. DNormal skin color and a steady pulse

When should care be documented?

1. AAfter the care is given, never before
2. BOnly at the end of the week
3. CBefore the care, so the nurse knows it is planned
4. DAt the start of the shift, to save time later

Which breathing technique is often taught to residents with COPD?

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

How should a nursing assistant offer bites when feeding a resident?

1. AIn small amounts, waiting until each bite is swallowed
2. BOnly when the resident opens the mouth wide on command
3. CSeveral bites in a row, followed by a large drink
4. DIn large spoonfuls, so that the meal is finished before it gets cold

A resident says, "I'll tell you something, but you must promise not to tell anyone." What should the nursing assistant do?

1. APromise to keep the secret so that she feels safe enough to talk
2. BRefuse to listen to anything she says
3. CPromise, then tell the whole care team at lunch
4. DExplain they can't promise if it affects her health or safety

A resident with an anxiety disorder is breathing fast and says her heart is pounding and she feels she is going to die. What should the nursing assistant do first?

1. AAsk her to walk around the hallway quickly to calm herself down
2. BStay with her, speak calmly and call the nurse to check her
3. CTell her it is only anxiety and leave the room
4. DHave her breathe into a plastic bag