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Nurse Aide Written Exam - Iowa

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What is the correct position for feeding a resident? (Iowa Focus 1)

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Question 1

What is the correct position for feeding a resident? (Iowa Focus 1)

  1. Flat
  2. Upright
  3. Side lying
  4. Prone
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Correct answer:

  1. Upright

Explanation: Upright position prevents aspiration.

Question 2

A resident in Iowa reports sudden chest pain. What is the CNA's first action? (Iowa Focus 2)

  1. Call 911 independently
  2. Report immediately to nurse
  3. Give water
  4. Ignore
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report immediately to nurse

Explanation: CNA must report immediately; emergency protocols are initiated by licensed staff.

Question 3

What is the correct position for feeding a resident? (Iowa Focus 3)

  1. Flat
  2. Upright
  3. Side lying
  4. Prone
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Upright

Explanation: Upright position prevents aspiration.

Question 4

Which action follows standard precautions? (Iowa Focus 4)

  1. Using gloves when needed
  2. Skipping handwashing
  3. Reusing gloves
  4. Ignoring PPE
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Using gloves when needed

Explanation: Standard precautions include proper PPE and hand hygiene.

Question 5

What is the minimum number of hours of in-service education required annually for CNAs in Iowa? (Iowa Focus 5)

  1. 6 hours
  2. 12 hours
  3. 24 hours
  4. 30 hours
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. 12 hours

Explanation: Federal law requires at least 12 hours of continuing education yearly.

Question 6

A resident refuses medication. What should the CNA do? (Iowa Focus 6)

  1. Force it
  2. Report to nurse
  3. Hide it in food
  4. Ignore
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report to nurse

Explanation: Medication refusal must be reported; CNAs do not administer meds.

Question 7

A resident shows signs of abuse. What must the CNA do? (Iowa Focus 7)

  1. Ignore
  2. Report immediately
  3. Ask family
  4. Wait
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report immediately

Explanation: CNA is a mandated reporter for suspected abuse.

Question 8

A confused resident tries to get out of bed. What should the CNA do? (Iowa Focus 8)

  1. Restrain
  2. Reorient and assist
  3. Ignore
  4. Yell
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Reorient and assist

Explanation: Reorientation and safety measures prevent falls.

Question 9

Which action follows standard precautions? (Iowa Focus 9)

  1. Using gloves when needed
  2. Skipping handwashing
  3. Reusing gloves
  4. Ignoring PPE
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Using gloves when needed

Explanation: Standard precautions include proper PPE and hand hygiene.

Question 10

A resident in Iowa reports sudden chest pain. What is the CNA's first action? (Iowa Focus 10)

  1. Call 911 independently
  2. Report immediately to nurse
  3. Give water
  4. Ignore
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report immediately to nurse

Explanation: CNA must report immediately; emergency protocols are initiated by licensed staff.

Question 11

Which situation must be reported immediately? (Iowa Focus 11)

  1. Resident eats slowly
  2. Resident falls
  3. Resident sleeps
  4. Resident talks
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Resident falls

Explanation: Falls are critical incidents requiring immediate reporting.

Question 12

What is the best way to prevent infection spread? (Iowa Focus 12)

  1. Handwashing
  2. Mask only
  3. Gloves only
  4. Ignoring
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Handwashing

Explanation: Hand hygiene is the most effective method.

Question 13

What is the minimum number of hours of in-service education required annually for CNAs in Iowa? (Iowa Focus 13)

  1. 6 hours
  2. 12 hours
  3. 24 hours
  4. 30 hours
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. 12 hours

Explanation: Federal law requires at least 12 hours of continuing education yearly.

Question 14

Which situation must be reported immediately? (Iowa Focus 14)

  1. Resident eats slowly
  2. Resident falls
  3. Resident sleeps
  4. Resident talks
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Resident falls

Explanation: Falls are critical incidents requiring immediate reporting.

Question 15

What is the correct position for feeding a resident? (Iowa Focus 15)

  1. Flat
  2. Upright
  3. Side lying
  4. Prone
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Upright

Explanation: Upright position prevents aspiration.

Question 16

A confused resident tries to get out of bed. What should the CNA do? (Iowa Focus 16)

  1. Restrain
  2. Reorient and assist
  3. Ignore
  4. Yell
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Reorient and assist

Explanation: Reorientation and safety measures prevent falls.

Question 17

What is the best way to prevent infection spread? (Iowa Focus 17)

  1. Handwashing
  2. Mask only
  3. Gloves only
  4. Ignoring
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Handwashing

Explanation: Hand hygiene is the most effective method.

Question 18

Which action follows standard precautions? (Iowa Focus 18)

  1. Using gloves when needed
  2. Skipping handwashing
  3. Reusing gloves
  4. Ignoring PPE
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Using gloves when needed

Explanation: Standard precautions include proper PPE and hand hygiene.

Question 19

Which situation must be reported immediately? (Iowa Focus 19)

  1. Resident eats slowly
  2. Resident falls
  3. Resident sleeps
  4. Resident talks
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Resident falls

Explanation: Falls are critical incidents requiring immediate reporting.

Question 20

A resident slips in the bathroom. What is the CNA’s first action? (Iowa Focus 20)

  1. Move resident to bed
  2. Check for injuries
  3. Report later
  4. Leave
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Check for injuries

Explanation: Assessing for injury is the priority before moving the resident.

Question 21

A resident in Iowa reports sudden chest pain. What is the CNA's first action? (Iowa Focus 21)

  1. Call 911 independently
  2. Report immediately to nurse
  3. Give water
  4. Ignore
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report immediately to nurse

Explanation: CNA must report immediately; emergency protocols are initiated by licensed staff.

Question 22

A resident slips in the bathroom. What is the CNA’s first action? (Iowa Focus 22)

  1. Move resident to bed
  2. Check for injuries
  3. Report later
  4. Leave
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Check for injuries

Explanation: Assessing for injury is the priority before moving the resident.

Question 23

A resident refuses medication. What should the CNA do? (Iowa Focus 23)

  1. Force it
  2. Report to nurse
  3. Hide it in food
  4. Ignore
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report to nurse

Explanation: Medication refusal must be reported; CNAs do not administer meds.

Question 24

A confused resident tries to get out of bed. What should the CNA do? (Iowa Focus 24)

  1. Restrain
  2. Reorient and assist
  3. Ignore
  4. Yell
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Reorient and assist

Explanation: Reorientation and safety measures prevent falls.

Question 25

A confused resident tries to get out of bed. What should the CNA do? (Iowa Focus 25)

  1. Restrain
  2. Reorient and assist
  3. Ignore
  4. Yell
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Reorient and assist

Explanation: Reorientation and safety measures prevent falls.

Question 26

Which situation must be reported immediately? (Iowa Focus 26)

  1. Resident eats slowly
  2. Resident falls
  3. Resident sleeps
  4. Resident talks
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Resident falls

Explanation: Falls are critical incidents requiring immediate reporting.

Question 27

What is the minimum number of hours of in-service education required annually for CNAs in Iowa? (Iowa Focus 27)

  1. 6 hours
  2. 12 hours
  3. 24 hours
  4. 30 hours
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. 12 hours

Explanation: Federal law requires at least 12 hours of continuing education yearly.

Question 28

A resident slips in the bathroom. What is the CNA’s first action? (Iowa Focus 28)

  1. Move resident to bed
  2. Check for injuries
  3. Report later
  4. Leave
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Check for injuries

Explanation: Assessing for injury is the priority before moving the resident.

Question 29

A resident shows signs of abuse. What must the CNA do? (Iowa Focus 29)

  1. Ignore
  2. Report immediately
  3. Ask family
  4. Wait
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report immediately

Explanation: CNA is a mandated reporter for suspected abuse.

Question 30

A resident shows signs of abuse. What must the CNA do? (Iowa Focus 30)

  1. Ignore
  2. Report immediately
  3. Ask family
  4. Wait
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report immediately

Explanation: CNA is a mandated reporter for suspected abuse.

Question 31

Which situation must be reported immediately? (Iowa Focus 31)

  1. Resident eats slowly
  2. Resident falls
  3. Resident sleeps
  4. Resident talks
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Resident falls

Explanation: Falls are critical incidents requiring immediate reporting.

Question 32

Which action follows standard precautions? (Iowa Focus 32)

  1. Using gloves when needed
  2. Skipping handwashing
  3. Reusing gloves
  4. Ignoring PPE
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Using gloves when needed

Explanation: Standard precautions include proper PPE and hand hygiene.

Question 33

Which action follows standard precautions? (Iowa Focus 33)

  1. Using gloves when needed
  2. Skipping handwashing
  3. Reusing gloves
  4. Ignoring PPE
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Using gloves when needed

Explanation: Standard precautions include proper PPE and hand hygiene.

Question 34

A confused resident tries to get out of bed. What should the CNA do? (Iowa Focus 34)

  1. Restrain
  2. Reorient and assist
  3. Ignore
  4. Yell
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Reorient and assist

Explanation: Reorientation and safety measures prevent falls.

Question 35

A confused resident tries to get out of bed. What should the CNA do? (Iowa Focus 35)

  1. Restrain
  2. Reorient and assist
  3. Ignore
  4. Yell
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Reorient and assist

Explanation: Reorientation and safety measures prevent falls.

Question 36

A resident refuses medication. What should the CNA do? (Iowa Focus 36)

  1. Force it
  2. Report to nurse
  3. Hide it in food
  4. Ignore
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report to nurse

Explanation: Medication refusal must be reported; CNAs do not administer meds.

Question 37

Which action follows standard precautions? (Iowa Focus 37)

  1. Using gloves when needed
  2. Skipping handwashing
  3. Reusing gloves
  4. Ignoring PPE
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Using gloves when needed

Explanation: Standard precautions include proper PPE and hand hygiene.

Question 38

What is the minimum number of hours of in-service education required annually for CNAs in Iowa? (Iowa Focus 38)

  1. 6 hours
  2. 12 hours
  3. 24 hours
  4. 30 hours
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. 12 hours

Explanation: Federal law requires at least 12 hours of continuing education yearly.

Question 39

A resident shows signs of abuse. What must the CNA do? (Iowa Focus 39)

  1. Ignore
  2. Report immediately
  3. Ask family
  4. Wait
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report immediately

Explanation: CNA is a mandated reporter for suspected abuse.

Question 40

A confused resident tries to get out of bed. What should the CNA do? (Iowa Focus 40)

  1. Restrain
  2. Reorient and assist
  3. Ignore
  4. Yell
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Reorient and assist

Explanation: Reorientation and safety measures prevent falls.

Question 41

A resident in Iowa reports sudden chest pain. What is the CNA's first action? (Iowa Focus 41)

  1. Call 911 independently
  2. Report immediately to nurse
  3. Give water
  4. Ignore
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report immediately to nurse

Explanation: CNA must report immediately; emergency protocols are initiated by licensed staff.

Question 42

What is the best way to prevent infection spread? (Iowa Focus 42)

  1. Handwashing
  2. Mask only
  3. Gloves only
  4. Ignoring
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Handwashing

Explanation: Hand hygiene is the most effective method.

Question 43

What is the best way to prevent infection spread? (Iowa Focus 43)

  1. Handwashing
  2. Mask only
  3. Gloves only
  4. Ignoring
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Handwashing

Explanation: Hand hygiene is the most effective method.

Question 44

A resident in Iowa reports sudden chest pain. What is the CNA's first action? (Iowa Focus 44)

  1. Call 911 independently
  2. Report immediately to nurse
  3. Give water
  4. Ignore
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report immediately to nurse

Explanation: CNA must report immediately; emergency protocols are initiated by licensed staff.

Question 45

A resident in Iowa reports sudden chest pain. What is the CNA's first action? (Iowa Focus 45)

  1. Call 911 independently
  2. Report immediately to nurse
  3. Give water
  4. Ignore
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report immediately to nurse

Explanation: CNA must report immediately; emergency protocols are initiated by licensed staff.

Question 46

A resident refuses medication. What should the CNA do? (Iowa Focus 46)

  1. Force it
  2. Report to nurse
  3. Hide it in food
  4. Ignore
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report to nurse

Explanation: Medication refusal must be reported; CNAs do not administer meds.

Question 47

A resident in Iowa reports sudden chest pain. What is the CNA's first action? (Iowa Focus 47)

  1. Call 911 independently
  2. Report immediately to nurse
  3. Give water
  4. Ignore
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report immediately to nurse

Explanation: CNA must report immediately; emergency protocols are initiated by licensed staff.

Question 48

What is the correct position for feeding a resident? (Iowa Focus 48)

  1. Flat
  2. Upright
  3. Side lying
  4. Prone
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Upright

Explanation: Upright position prevents aspiration.

Question 49

A resident in Iowa reports sudden chest pain. What is the CNA's first action? (Iowa Focus 49)

  1. Call 911 independently
  2. Report immediately to nurse
  3. Give water
  4. Ignore
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report immediately to nurse

Explanation: CNA must report immediately; emergency protocols are initiated by licensed staff.

Question 50

A resident in Iowa reports sudden chest pain. What is the CNA's first action? (Iowa Focus 50)

  1. Call 911 independently
  2. Report immediately to nurse
  3. Give water
  4. Ignore
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report immediately to nurse

Explanation: CNA must report immediately; emergency protocols are initiated by licensed staff.

Question 51

What is the correct position for feeding a resident? (Iowa Focus 51)

  1. Flat
  2. Upright
  3. Side lying
  4. Prone
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Upright

Explanation: Upright position prevents aspiration.

Question 52

What is the correct position for feeding a resident? (Iowa Focus 52)

  1. Flat
  2. Upright
  3. Side lying
  4. Prone
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Upright

Explanation: Upright position prevents aspiration.

Question 53

A resident slips in the bathroom. What is the CNA’s first action? (Iowa Focus 53)

  1. Move resident to bed
  2. Check for injuries
  3. Report later
  4. Leave
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Check for injuries

Explanation: Assessing for injury is the priority before moving the resident.

Question 54

Which situation must be reported immediately? (Iowa Focus 54)

  1. Resident eats slowly
  2. Resident falls
  3. Resident sleeps
  4. Resident talks
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Resident falls

Explanation: Falls are critical incidents requiring immediate reporting.

Question 55

A resident shows signs of abuse. What must the CNA do? (Iowa Focus 55)

  1. Ignore
  2. Report immediately
  3. Ask family
  4. Wait
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report immediately

Explanation: CNA is a mandated reporter for suspected abuse.

Question 56

A resident in Iowa reports sudden chest pain. What is the CNA's first action? (Iowa Focus 56)

  1. Call 911 independently
  2. Report immediately to nurse
  3. Give water
  4. Ignore
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report immediately to nurse

Explanation: CNA must report immediately; emergency protocols are initiated by licensed staff.

Question 57

A resident refuses medication. What should the CNA do? (Iowa Focus 57)

  1. Force it
  2. Report to nurse
  3. Hide it in food
  4. Ignore
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report to nurse

Explanation: Medication refusal must be reported; CNAs do not administer meds.

Question 58

What is the minimum number of hours of in-service education required annually for CNAs in Iowa? (Iowa Focus 58)

  1. 6 hours
  2. 12 hours
  3. 24 hours
  4. 30 hours
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. 12 hours

Explanation: Federal law requires at least 12 hours of continuing education yearly.

Question 59

What is the minimum number of hours of in-service education required annually for CNAs in Iowa? (Iowa Focus 59)

  1. 6 hours
  2. 12 hours
  3. 24 hours
  4. 30 hours
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. 12 hours

Explanation: Federal law requires at least 12 hours of continuing education yearly.

Question 60

A confused resident tries to get out of bed. What should the CNA do? (Iowa Focus 60)

  1. Restrain
  2. Reorient and assist
  3. Ignore
  4. Yell
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Reorient and assist

Explanation: Reorientation and safety measures prevent falls.

Question 61

A resident in Iowa reports sudden chest pain. What is the CNA's first action? (Iowa Focus 61)

  1. Call 911 independently
  2. Report immediately to nurse
  3. Give water
  4. Ignore
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report immediately to nurse

Explanation: CNA must report immediately; emergency protocols are initiated by licensed staff.

Question 62

A resident in Iowa reports sudden chest pain. What is the CNA's first action? (Iowa Focus 62)

  1. Call 911 independently
  2. Report immediately to nurse
  3. Give water
  4. Ignore
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report immediately to nurse

Explanation: CNA must report immediately; emergency protocols are initiated by licensed staff.

Question 63

What is the correct position for feeding a resident? (Iowa Focus 63)

  1. Flat
  2. Upright
  3. Side lying
  4. Prone
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Upright

Explanation: Upright position prevents aspiration.

Question 64

A resident slips in the bathroom. What is the CNA’s first action? (Iowa Focus 64)

  1. Move resident to bed
  2. Check for injuries
  3. Report later
  4. Leave
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Check for injuries

Explanation: Assessing for injury is the priority before moving the resident.

Question 65

A resident slips in the bathroom. What is the CNA’s first action? (Iowa Focus 65)

  1. Move resident to bed
  2. Check for injuries
  3. Report later
  4. Leave
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Check for injuries

Explanation: Assessing for injury is the priority before moving the resident.

Question 66

Which situation must be reported immediately? (Iowa Focus 66)

  1. Resident eats slowly
  2. Resident falls
  3. Resident sleeps
  4. Resident talks
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Resident falls

Explanation: Falls are critical incidents requiring immediate reporting.

Question 67

A confused resident tries to get out of bed. What should the CNA do? (Iowa Focus 67)

  1. Restrain
  2. Reorient and assist
  3. Ignore
  4. Yell
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Reorient and assist

Explanation: Reorientation and safety measures prevent falls.

Question 68

A confused resident tries to get out of bed. What should the CNA do? (Iowa Focus 68)

  1. Restrain
  2. Reorient and assist
  3. Ignore
  4. Yell
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Reorient and assist

Explanation: Reorientation and safety measures prevent falls.

Question 69

A confused resident tries to get out of bed. What should the CNA do? (Iowa Focus 69)

  1. Restrain
  2. Reorient and assist
  3. Ignore
  4. Yell
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Reorient and assist

Explanation: Reorientation and safety measures prevent falls.

Question 70

A resident slips in the bathroom. What is the CNA’s first action? (Iowa Focus 70)

  1. Move resident to bed
  2. Check for injuries
  3. Report later
  4. Leave
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Check for injuries

Explanation: Assessing for injury is the priority before moving the resident.