Nursing assistant (CNA) knowledge worksheet with answers

What is "AM care"?

1. AEarly morning care, such as toileting, washing and mouth care
2. BCare given after lunch, such as a short nap and a snack
3. CCare given at bedtime, such as a back rub and a change of gown
4. DCare that only the nurse is allowed to give in the morning

How should a nursing assistant carry used bed linen?

1. AOver the shoulder to keep both hands free
2. BHeld against the chest so it does not drop
3. CAfter shaking it out to remove crumbs
4. DHeld away from the uniform

What is one effect of a cold application?

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

Why are antibiotic-resistant germs such as MRSA a concern in care facilities?

1. AThey only cause illness in young, healthy adults
2. BThey spread only through the air, so hand hygiene does not help
3. CThey can be killed easily by any antibiotic the doctor orders
4. DThey are hard to treat and spread easily on hands and equipment

A resident is taking a tub bath. Which action is correct when the bath is finished?

1. AAdd more hot water so the resident stays warm while getting out
2. BLeave the resident alone in the tub to rest for a while
3. CHave the resident stand up while the water is still in the tub
4. DDrain the tub before the resident gets out

What is the goal of a bladder retraining program?

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

Two residents use their call lights at the same time. One needs help to the toilet now, and the other wants fresh water. What should the nursing assistant do?

1. AAnswer the light that came on second
2. BHelp the resident to the toilet first, then bring the water
3. CAsk the toileting resident to wait 30 minutes until the water is done
4. DBring the water first because it is quicker

A resident complains that her roommate's television is loud at night and she cannot sleep. What should the nursing assistant do?

1. ATell her to put up with it because it is a shared room
2. BMove her bed into the hallway for the night
3. CUnplug the roommate's television while she is out of the room
4. DReport it and help find a solution that respects both residents