Nursing assistant (CNA) knowledge worksheet with answers

Which areas are washed in a partial bath?

1. AFace, hands, underarms and perineum
2. BHair, scalp, face and neck only
3. CLegs, feet and back only
4. DBack, chest and arms only

Which helps promote sleep for a resident at night?

1. ABright lights and the television turned up loud until late
2. BStrong coffee with the evening snack
3. CA quiet, dim room and a regular bedtime routine
4. DWaking the resident often to chat

In a resident with darker skin, which change may be an early sign of a pressure injury?

1. AA darker or purplish area, or one warmer or firmer than nearby skin
2. BA small amount of dry skin on the elbows
3. CA freckle that the resident has had for many years
4. DSkin that looks the same as the surrounding skin and feels normal

A dying resident's mouth is dry. Which comfort measure is appropriate?

1. ALarge glasses of water every hour
2. BFrequent mouth care and moistening the lips
3. CCleaning the mouth only once a day
4. DLeaving the mouth alone to avoid disturbing her

Where is the apical pulse heard with a stethoscope?

1. AOn the left side of the chest, just below the nipple
2. BOn the inside of the elbow
3. CBehind the knee
4. DOn the right side of the neck

Which breathing technique is often taught to residents with COPD?

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

A resident has had hip replacement surgery. Which instruction is commonly part of the care plan?

1. AHave the resident sit in low, soft chairs so that the hip can rest
2. BKeep the legs tightly together with the knees touching
3. CLet the resident bend forward to pick things up from the floor
4. DAvoid crossing the legs and use an abduction pillow if ordered

A resident tells the nursing assistant that her tightly curled hair needs special care. What is the best approach?

1. AUse the same routine as for every other resident
2. BAsk about her usual products and routine, and use a wide-tooth comb
3. CBrush it hard each day with a fine-tooth comb to straighten out the curls
4. DWash it every day with strong shampoo