Nursing assistant (CNA) knowledge worksheet with answers

In range-of-motion exercises, what does abduction mean?

1. ABending a joint
2. BTurning a joint in a circle
3. CMoving a body part away from the midline of the body
4. DMoving a body part toward the midline of the body

What does the suffix "-ectomy" mean?

1. AStudy of
2. BSurgical removal
3. CInflammation
4. DA surgical opening to the outside

Which signs are typical of a localized infection in a wound?

1. ACool, pale skin around the site
2. BSkin around the site that feels numb
3. CRedness, warmth and swelling at the site
4. DA wound that becomes smaller and dry

Which environment is most likely to calm a resident with dementia?

1. AA changing schedule so each day is a surprise
2. BA busy room with music, television and many visitors
3. CA quiet, familiar setting with a regular daily routine
4. DA new room each week so the resident does not get bored

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

1. AHave the resident stand up while the water is still in the tub
2. BAdd more hot water so the resident stays warm while getting out
3. CDrain the tub before the resident gets out
4. DLeave the resident alone in the tub to rest for a while

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

1. AThey spread only through the air, so hand hygiene does not help
2. BThey only cause illness in young, healthy adults
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 with COPD is short of breath and asks the nursing assistant to turn up her oxygen. What should the nursing assistant do?

1. ATurn the oxygen off for a while and open a window for fresh air
2. BHelp her sit up, explain only the nurse adjusts oxygen, and call the nurse
3. CTell her to rest quietly and wait until the nurse comes by on the next round
4. DTurn the oxygen up a little, then tell the nurse what was done

A frail resident starts shivering during a bed bath. What should the nursing assistant do?

1. AKeep her covered, uncover only the part being washed and finish promptly
2. BTake off the bath blanket so the bath can be finished faster
3. COpen the window to let in fresh air so she does not feel faint
4. DStop the bath and leave her uncovered and still wet until she has warmed up