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

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

  1. AWrapped in a paper napkin on the meal tray
  2. BIn a cup of hot water to keep them clean
  3. CIn a labeled denture cup with cool water
  4. DDry in the bedside drawer
2.Easy

In 24-hour (military) time, how is 3:00 p.m. written?

  1. A0300
  2. B1800
  3. C1500
  4. D1300
3.Easy

What does the abbreviation BID mean?

  1. AThree times a day
  2. BTwice a day
  3. COnce a day
  4. DEvery other day
4.Medium

What is the goal of a bladder retraining program?

  1. ATo regain bladder control by toileting on a set schedule
  2. BTo insert a urinary catheter to empty the bladder
  3. CTo limit all fluids so the resident needs the toilet less
  4. DTo keep the resident in incontinence briefs at all times
5.Medium

What is a trochanter roll used for?

  1. ATo keep the hip and leg from rolling outward when lying on the back
  2. BTo help the resident sit up straight in a wheelchair all day
  3. CTo keep the resident's heels pressed firmly on the mattress
  4. DTo raise the resident's head and shoulders during meals in bed
6.Medium

A resident is anxious before a medical test tomorrow. What is the best way for the nursing assistant to help?

  1. ATell her that she is being silly
  2. BTell her there is nothing to worry about and change the subject
  3. CExplain the test results that she is likely to receive
  4. DListen to her concerns calmly and tell the nurse about her worries
7.Hard

A resident with heart failure tells the nursing assistant that she now needs three pillows to breathe at night instead of one. What should the nursing assistant do?

  1. AReport it, because it may mean her heart failure is worse
  2. BGive her more pillows and say nothing, since she is comfortable
  3. CRemove her pillows so she sleeps better
  4. DTell her to sleep flat to strengthen her lungs
8.Hard

A resident has had several watery stools today. Besides reporting this to the nurse, what should the nursing assistant do?

  1. AGive her an anti-diarrhea tablet from the nurse's cart
  2. BLeave her in the soiled brief until the next round
  3. CGive prompt perineal care, record stools and offer fluids
  4. DHold all fluids so that the stools become less watery

Answer key

  1. 1. C · In a labeled denture cup with cool water
  2. 2. C · 1500
  3. 3. B · Twice a day
  4. 4. A · To regain bladder control by toileting on a set schedule
  5. 5. A · To keep the hip and leg from rolling outward when lying on the back
  6. 6. D · Listen to her concerns calmly and tell the nurse about her worries
  7. 7. A · Report it, because it may mean her heart failure is worse
  8. 8. C · Give prompt perineal care, record stools and offer fluids

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