Nursing assistant (CNA) knowledge worksheet with answers

In Fowler's position, how is the resident placed?

1. ALying on the left side with the upper knee bent
2. BLying flat on the back
3. CSitting up, head of the bed raised about 45–60°
4. DLying on the stomach with the head turned to one side

In the fire extinguisher acronym PASS, what does the P stand for?

1. APrepare the residents for evacuation
2. BPull the pin
3. CPoint at the top of the flames
4. DPush the handle down hard

Which bony area is at risk of pressure injury when a resident lies on their side?

1. AThe shoulder blades
2. BThe tailbone
3. CThe back of the head
4. DThe hip

How should cleaning chemicals be stored in a care facility?

1. AIn residents' rooms, so that staff can reach them quickly when needed
2. BIn their original labeled containers, locked away from residents
3. CIn unlabeled bottles on the hallway shelf
4. DIn empty drink bottles to save space

Why should the bottom sheets of a bed be kept tight and free of wrinkles?

1. ATight sheets keep the mattress from moving
2. BWrinkles make the bed look untidy to visitors and inspectors
3. CWrinkled sheets make the resident feel colder
4. DWrinkles rub and press on skin, causing pressure injuries

How should a nursing assistant count a resident's respirations?

1. ACounting each rise and each fall of the chest as separate breaths
2. BAfter asking the resident to breathe normally for one minute
3. CFor 10 seconds, then multiplying by six
4. DWithout telling the resident, while still holding the wrist

A resident is confused, breathes through her mouth and has a history of seizures. Which temperature method is usually safest?

1. AA tympanic (ear) or temporal artery thermometer
2. BSkipping her temperature for the whole day
3. CAn oral digital thermometer held in the teeth
4. DAn oral glass thermometer under the tongue

A resident has collapsed while touching a lamp with a damaged cord. What should the nursing assistant do first?

1. AStart CPR immediately, even while the resident's hand is still touching the lamp
2. BNot touch the resident until the power is safely turned off, and call for help
3. CPour water on the lamp to stop the current
4. DPull the resident away from the lamp with bare hands