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CNA FINAL PRACTICE EXAM WITH 150+ QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS
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CNA FINAL PRACTICEEXAM WITH 150+
QUESTIONS WITH
VERIFIED ANSWERS
1. What is the correct method for washing your hands?
● Answer: Wet hands with water, apply soap, and scrub all surfaces including between
fingers and under nails for at least 20 seconds. Rinse under running water and dry with a
clean towel or air dry.
2. What is the role of a CNA in patient care?
● Answer: A CNA assists patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing,
toileting, feeding, and mobility. They also take vital signs, report changes in patient
conditions, and ensure a safe and clean environment.
3. How do you transfer a patient from bed to wheelchair?
● Answer: Explain the procedure to the patient, ensure the wheelchair is locked and
positioned close to the bed. Assist the patient into a sitting position on the edge of the
bed. Use a gait belt, if necessary, to support the patient while helping them stand. Pivot
and assist the patient into the wheelchair.
4. Describe the steps for taking a blood pressure reading manually.
● Answer: Position the patient’s arm at heart level, wrap the cuff around the upper arm,
and place the stethoscope over the brachial artery. Inflate the cuff to about 180 mmHg,
then slowly release the air while listening for the first (systolic) and last (diastolic) beats.
5. What should you do if a patient falls?
● Answer: Stay with the patient, do not attempt to move them. Call for help, assess the
patient for injuries, and follow the facility’s protocol. Document the incident and report it
to the supervising nurse.
,6. How do you prevent pressure ulcers in bedridden patients?
● Answer: Reposition the patient every two hours, keep the skin clean and dry, use
pressure-relieving devices like pillows and special mattresses, and ensure proper
nutrition and hydration.
7. How should you communicate with a patient who is hard of hearing?
● Answer: Face the patient directly, speak clearly and at a moderate pace, use simple
words and short sentences. You can also use gestures or write things down if
necessary. Make sure hearing aids are functioning properly if they use them.
8. What is the normal range for an adult’s body temperature?
● Answer: The normal range for an adult’s body temperature is between 97.8°F and
99.1°F (36.5°C to 37.3°C).
9. How do you handle a patient’s personal belongings during a transfer to
another facility?
● Answer: Collect all personal belongings, ensure they are packed securely, and make a
list of all items. Label everything and send the belongings with the patient, ensuring
nothing is left behind.
10. What should you do when a patient refuses care?
● Answer: Respect the patient’s wishes and try to understand the reason for refusal. Offer
alternatives or delay care, if appropriate. Inform the nurse and document the refusal of
care according to the facility's policy.
11. How do you assist a patient with ambulation?
● Answer: Ensure the patient is wearing non-slip footwear, use a gait belt if needed, stand
on the weaker side of the patient, and provide support while encouraging them to take
slow, steady steps.
12. Describe the proper way to change an occupied bed.
● Answer: Roll the patient to one side, remove the soiled linens from the unoccupied side,
replace with clean linens, roll the patient to the opposite side, and remove the soiled
linens from the other side before securing the clean linens.
13. How do you provide oral care for an unconscious patient?
● Answer: Position the patient on their side, use a padded tongue blade to gently open
the mouth, and use a soft toothbrush or swabs soaked in water or mouthwash to clean
the teeth and gums. Avoid excessive liquid to prevent aspiration.
, 14. What is the correct procedure for measuring a patient’s height in bed?
● Answer: Position the patient flat, place a mark at the top of their head and the bottom of
their feet, and measure the distance between the two marks using a tape measure.
15. How do you take a radial pulse?
● Answer: Place two fingers on the radial artery on the inside of the wrist, press lightly,
and count the beats for one full minute.
16. What should you do if a patient shows signs of choking?
● Answer: Encourage them to cough if they are able. If they cannot breathe or speak,
perform the Heimlich maneuver by giving abdominal thrusts just above the navel until
the object is expelled.
17. What are the signs of a pressure ulcer?
● Answer: Redness, warmth, swelling, or open sores on areas of the body that bear
weight, such as the heels, hips, and tailbone. The skin may feel spongy or firm.
18. How do you care for a patient with diabetes?
● Answer: Monitor blood sugar levels if required, report any signs of hyperglycemia or
hypoglycemia, assist with proper nutrition and hydration, and provide foot care to
prevent infections.
19. How should you assist a patient with feeding?
● Answer: Sit the patient upright, encourage them to chew and swallow slowly, provide
small bites, and ensure they are not rushed. Monitor for any difficulties in swallowing.
20. What is the normal respiratory rate for an adult?
● Answer: The normal respiratory rate for an adult is 12 to 20 breaths per minute.
21. Describe the procedure for providing perineal care to a female patient.
● Answer: Wash your hands, wear gloves, place the patient in a supine position, use
warm water and a clean washcloth, and wipe from front to back to prevent infection. Pat
dry and ensure the area is clean.
22. How do you prevent falls in elderly patients?
● Answer: Keep the environment clutter-free, ensure adequate lighting, use non-slip
footwear, keep call bells within reach, and assist with mobility as needed.
23. What should you do if you suspect a patient is being abused?
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