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Nurse Aide Written Exam Practice Set 1

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When questions are asked about a client's death, the nurse aide should tell other clients that:

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Nurse Aide Written Exam Practice Set 1 Practice Questions

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Question 1

When questions are asked about a client's death, the nurse aide should tell other clients that:

  1. the client was sent to the hospital.
  2. the family took the client home.
  3. the client died and encourage them to talk about it.
  4. they should not ask such questions
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Correct answer:

  1. the client was sent to the hospital.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'the client was sent to the hospital.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 2

The nurse aide is caring for a client with dentures. What action should the nurse aide perform during denture care?

  1. Floss the upper and lower teeth first
  2. Rinse the mouth with cool or warm water
  3. Clean the dentures with a hard-bristled brush
  4. Store the dentures in a clean, dry cup
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Correct answer:

  1. Rinse the mouth with cool or warm water

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Rinse the mouth with cool or warm water' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 3

Before the nurse aide gives a bed bath to a client, which of the following actions should the nurse aide take FIRST?

  1. Check the water temperature
  2. Check the client's care plan
  3. Position the bed at waist height
  4. Lower the side rail on the working side
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Correct answer:

  1. Check the client's care plan

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Check the client's care plan' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 4

A client is on a liquid diet because of difficulty swallowing. At lunch, the nurse aide notices a large piece of meat on the client's tray. The FIRST thing the nurse aide should do is:

  1. report this to the nurse in charge.
  2. cut the meat into small pieces.
  3. remove the tray.
  4. give the meat to another client.
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Correct answer:

  1. report this to the nurse in charge.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'report this to the nurse in charge.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 5

A client's relative sees the nurse aide in the supermarket. The relative asks the nurse aide if the client's roommate has ever been in a mental hospital. The

  1. "It would not be right for me to talk about another client."
  2. "I am not sure, but I think so."
  3. Yes I saw him in the mental hospital
  4. I will check the record and tell you
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Correct answer:

  1. "It would not be right for me to talk about another client."

Explanation: The correct answer is '"It would not be right for me to talk about another client."' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 6

The nurse aide is required to maintain education in the nurse aide's area of practice. How many hours of continuing education must an agency provide every year to nurse aides?

  1. 12 hours
  2. 24 hours
  3. 8 hours
  4. 10 hours
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Correct answer:

  1. 12 hours

Explanation: The correct answer is '12 hours' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 7

Which of the following terms is defined as the knowledge of right and wrong?

  1. Laws
  2. Ethics
  3. Living wills
  4. Advance directives
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Correct answer:

  1. Ethics

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Ethics' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 8

If a client places a urinal on the bedside table, the BEST thing the nurse aide could do before giving further care is to:

  1. sanitize the table with bleach.
  2. clean the table with a sterilizer.
  3. wipe the table with soap and water.
  4. replace the bedside table with a clean table.
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Correct answer:

  1. wipe the table with soap and water.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'wipe the table with soap and water.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 9

A nurse aide notices that a client is carrying around a large sum of money. It would be BEST for the nurse aide to:

  1. say nothing so others will not know about it.
  2. encourage the client to keep the money in the office safe.
  3. tell the client to keep the money in a wallet.
  4. take the money to the charge nurse right away.
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Correct answer:

  1. encourage the client to keep the money in the office safe.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'encourage the client to keep the money in the office safe.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 10

Adaptive devices are used to:

  1. prevent the spread of infection.
  2. remind the staff of a client's needs.
  3. help a client remain independent.
  4. save time for the nurse aide.
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Correct answer:

  1. help a client remain independent.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'help a client remain independent.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 11

Prompt changing of soiled incontinence briefs will help to:

  1. prevent further incontinence.
  2. improve range of motion (ROM).
  3. improve decision-making.
  4. prevent damage to the skin.
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Correct answer:

  1. prevent damage to the skin.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'prevent damage to the skin.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 12

The nurse aide is caring for a client who has a catheter. The main reason for keeping the drainage bag below bladder level is to:

  1. allow the nurse aide to see how much urine is in the bag.
  2. prevent urine from leaking on the bed linen.
  3. keep urine from flowing back into the bladder.
  4. make it easier for the nurse aide to empty the bag.
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Correct answer:

  1. keep urine from flowing back into the bladder.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'keep urine from flowing back into the bladder.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 13

The nurse aide can promote a client's rights by:

  1. telling the client that dinner is ready.
  2. taking the client to scheduled therapy sessions.
  3. choosing the client's clothing.
  4. asking the client which activity the client would like to attend.
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Correct answer:

  1. asking the client which activity the client would like to attend.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'asking the client which activity the client would like to attend.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 14

An example of a courtesy is:

  1. wearing a uniform provided by the facility.
  2. taking credit for another nurse aide's work.
  3. helping others willingly when asked.
  4. completing another nurse aide's documentation
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Correct answer:

  1. helping others willingly when asked.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'helping others willingly when asked.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 15

When communicating with another nurse aide about a client's change in condition, the nurse aide SHOULD:

  1. give facts and be specific.
  2. give an opinion about the cause.
  3. explain by using only medical terminology.
  4. explain what the last nurse aide observed.
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Correct answer:

  1. give facts and be specific.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'give facts and be specific.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 16

When weighing a client by using a bed scale, the nurse's aide should FIRST:

  1. adjust the bed to a safe level.
  2. explain the procedure to the client.
  3. balance the scale.
  4. attach the sling to the scale
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Correct answer:

  1. balance the scale.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'balance the scale.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 17

When dressing a client, the nurse aide SHOULD:

  1. dress the client in the wheelchair.
  2. give the client a gown every day.
  3. dress the client on the strong side first.
  4. give the client a choice of what to wear.
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Correct answer:

  1. give the client a choice of what to wear.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'give the client a choice of what to wear.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 18

After using a disposable razor on a client, the nurse aide SHOULD dispose of the uncapped razor in the:

  1. client's waste basket.
  2. soiled linen cart.
  3. puncture-proof container.
  4. waste basket in the utility room.
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Correct answer:

  1. puncture-proof container.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'puncture-proof container.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 19

A client with aphasia throws a stuffed animal at the nurse aide. The nurse aide SHOULD:

  1. leave immediately.
  2. ask if the client needs assistance.
  3. take the stuffed animal away.
  4. toss the stuffed animal back to the client.
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Correct answer:

  1. ask if the client needs assistance.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'ask if the client needs assistance.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 20

To make a client-occupied bed, the nurse aide SHOULD:

  1. keep the side rails unlocked and lowered.
  2. avoid talking to the dient throughout the procedure.
  3. pull the top sheet tightly over the client's feet.
  4. make the sheets smooth and tight under the client
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Correct answer:

  1. make the sheets smooth and tight under the client

Explanation: The correct answer is 'make the sheets smooth and tight under the client' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 21

The nurse in charge instructs the nurse aide to increase fluid intake by a client. Which of the following actions SHOULD the nurse aide take?

  1. Insist that the client drink fluids
  2. Tell the family to give the client fluids
  3. Offer a variety of fluids frequently
  4. Limit the amount of fluids
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Correct answer:

  1. Offer a variety of fluids frequently

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Offer a variety of fluids frequently' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 22

Which of the following is a common sign of approaching death?

  1. High blood pressure
  2. Decreased urinary output
  3. Clenched jaw
  4. Increased thirst
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Correct answer:

  1. Clenched jaw

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Clenched jaw' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 23

During catheter care, a proper infection control technique would include washing the catheter tubing:

  1. toward a client.
  2. away from a client.
  3. in a circular motion.
  4. in a back-and-forth motion.
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Correct answer:

  1. in a circular motion.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'in a circular motion.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 24

A new client is scheduled for a shower during the evening shift. The client informs the nurse aide, "I am a morning person. The morning is a better time for me." Which of the following would be an appropriate response for the nurse aide to make?

  1. Tell the client that changes cannot be made to the schedule
  2. Discuss this with the charge nurse and care team so that changes can be made
  3. Tell the client that the nurse aide understands, but do nothing to change the schedule
  4. Ask the client's family to convince the client to cooperate with staff and shower in the evening
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Correct answer:

  1. Discuss this with the charge nurse and care team so that changes can be made

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Discuss this with the charge nurse and care team so that changes can be made' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 25

The nurse aide is going to a client's room to give a bed bath and hears the bed alarm activated in another room. The nurse aide SHOULD:

  1. continue to proceed to the room to give the assigned client a bed bath.
  2. go to the room where the bed alarm was activated.
  3. call for help once in the room of the client assigned a bed bath.
  4. check on the bed alarm after giving the assigned client a bed bath.
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Correct answer:

  1. go to the room where the bed alarm was activated.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'go to the room where the bed alarm was activated.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 26

When preparing a client for discharge, which of the following tasks is the nurse aide responsible to complete?

  1. Calling the client's family
  2. Writing the discharge summary
  3. Assisting in packing belongings
  4. Notifying the primary health care provider's office
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Correct answer:

  1. Assisting in packing belongings

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Assisting in packing belongings' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 27

During report, the nurse tells the nurse aide that a client frequently experiences hypoglycemia. Which of the following symptoms SHOULD the aide watch for in this client?

  1. Sweating or headache
  2. Abdominal pain
  3. Sweet, fruity breath
  4. Nausea and vomiting
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Correct answer:

  1. Sweating or headache

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Sweating or headache' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 28

When communicating with a client's family, the nurse aide SHOULD:

  1. relay the health status of the client to the family.
  2. tell the family everything will be better tomorrow.
  3. be helpful and courteous.
  4. inform the family about medications and treatments.
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Correct answer:

  1. be helpful and courteous.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'be helpful and courteous.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 29

A gait belt is used on a client to:

  1. assist with ambulation.
  2. hold up the client's pants.
  3. support a binder.
  4. support an abdominal dressing
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Correct answer:

  1. assist with ambulation.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'assist with ambulation.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 30

The nurse aide is assigned to a client who has a feeding tube inserted into the stomach. The client reports feeling hunger and discomfort. The nurse aide

  1. feed the client ice chips.
  2. lower the head of the bed and reposition the client.
  3. tell the client that the next feeding can be eliminated.
  4. inform the charge nurse about the client's symptoms.
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Correct answer:

  1. inform the charge nurse about the client's symptoms.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'inform the charge nurse about the client's symptoms.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 31

When the nurse aide is washing a client's hair, the nurse aide SHOULD:

  1. clean the client's hair during the shower.
  2. shampoo the client's hair at the sink.
  3. complete the activity as quickly as possible.
  4. follow the nursing care plan.
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Correct answer:

  1. clean the client's hair during the shower.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'clean the client's hair during the shower.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 32

The nurse aide SHOULD wear gloves when:

  1. combing the hair.
  2. ambulating a client.
  3. assisting with oral care.
  4. transporting clean linen
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Correct answer:

  1. assisting with oral care.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'assisting with oral care.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 33

In case of fire, what is the FIRST thing the nurse aide should do?

  1. Remove the clients in immediate danger
  2. Close all the clients' doors
  3. Notify the fire department
  4. Notify the nurse in charge
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Correct answer:

  1. Remove the clients in immediate danger

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Remove the clients in immediate danger' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 34

The nurse aide is providing assistance with restorative care for a client. Which of the following actions SHOULD the nurse aide take?

  1. Encourage independence and self-care
  2. Tell the client that no setbacks can occur
  3. Assist the client if it takes too long
  4. Exclude family and friends from the activity
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Correct answer:

  1. Encourage independence and self-care

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Encourage independence and self-care' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 35

A client with Alzheimer disease begins cursing and insulting the nurse aide. What is the nurse aide's BEST response?

  1. Distract the client with another activity
  2. Ask the client how it would feel to be cursed
  3. Explain to the client that the insults are not fair
  4. Tell the client that the behavior must never be repeated
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Correct answer:

  1. Distract the client with another activity

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Distract the client with another activity' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 36

A nonverbal client may display signs of pain by.

  1. laughing.
  2. smiling.
  3. eating.
  4. grimacing.
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Correct answer:

  1. grimacing.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'grimacing.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 37

When the nurse aide speaks to a client who has aphasia, or who cannot speak, what approach might be helpful?

  1. Ask questions that require a "yes" or "no" answer
  2. Limit interaction with the client
  3. Speak to the client through family members only
  4. Speak slowly and loudly
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Correct answer:

  1. Ask questions that require a "yes" or "no" answer

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Ask questions that require a "yes" or "no" answer' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 38

The nurse aide SHOULD apply an ordered splint on a client's wrist to:

  1. keep the elbow straight.
  2. hold a dressing in place.
  3. maintain proper alignment.
  4. make staff aware of the injury.
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Correct answer:

  1. maintain proper alignment.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'maintain proper alignment.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 39

When turning a client in bed, the nurse aide notices a reddened area on the client's hip. The nurse aide SHOULD:

  1. apply an ice pack to the hip.
  2. reposition the client.
  3. ignore it because it will fade quickly.
  4. apply a heat lamp to the hip.
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Correct answer:

  1. reposition the client.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'reposition the client.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 40

When applying a client's makeup, whom SHOULD the nurse aide ask for advice?

  1. Client
  2. Roommate
  3. Nurse
  4. Family member
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Correct answer:

  1. Client

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Client' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 41

If the nurse asks for a sample of mucus from a client's lungs and trachea, the nurse aide would get a specimen of.

  1. sputum.
  2. urine.
  3. stool.
  4. blood.
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Correct answer:

  1. sputum.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'sputum.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 42

If the nurse asks for a sample of mucus from a client's lungs and trachea, the nurse aide would get a specimen of.

  1. sputum.
  2. urine.
  3. stool.
  4. blood.
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Correct answer:

  1. sputum.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'sputum.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 43

What SHOULD a nurse aide do if the nurse aide makes an error or mistake when caring for a client?

  1. Apologize to the client
  2. Keep it confidential
  3. Inform the nurse
  4. Notify the family
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Correct answer:

  1. Inform the nurse

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Inform the nurse' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 44

To prevent the spread of Clostridioides (Clostridium) difficile, the nurse aide SHOULD:

  1. wash hands with soap and water after providing care.
  2. use an alcohol-based hand rub after providing care.
  3. avoid unnecessary contact with the affected client.
  4. encourage clients to increase their fluid intake.
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Correct answer:

  1. wash hands with soap and water after providing care.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'wash hands with soap and water after providing care.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 45

Client intake includes:

  1. urine.
  2. vomitus.
  3. water.
  4. perspiration.
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Correct answer:

  1. water.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'water.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 46

A client with Alzheimer disease often calls out for a relative who is dead. The nurse aide SHOULD

  1. explain that the relative is dead.
  2. encourage the client to express feelings about the relative.
  3. pretend to be the relative.
  4. leave the client alone in the room.
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Correct answer:

  1. explain that the relative is dead.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'explain that the relative is dead.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 47

When cleaning the perineal area of a client with incontinence, the nurse aide SHOULD:

  1. allow the area to air-dry.
  2. remove the client's blanket.
  3. wear gloves.
  4. use water only.
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Correct answer:

  1. use water only.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'use water only.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 48

A client who is likely to experience hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia has:

  1. diabetes.
  2. hypertension.
  3. multiple sclerosis.
  4. Parkinson disease.
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Correct answer:

  1. diabetes.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'diabetes.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 49

The nurse aide caring for a confused client forgets to raise the side rails, and the client falls out of bed. The nurse aide may be charged with:

  1. negligence.
  2. assault
  3. battery.
  4. defamation.
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Correct answer:

  1. negligence.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'negligence.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 50

When taking care of a client's room, the nurse aide:

  1. disposes of newspapers and opened mail.
  2. puts assistive devices in the closet.
  3. places the bed in the highest position.
  4. checks that equipment is working properly.
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Correct answer:

  1. disposes of newspapers and opened mail.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'disposes of newspapers and opened mail.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 51

A disease state that results from the invasion and growth of microbes in the body is called:

  1. an infection.
  2. a reservoir.
  3. a source.
  4. a susceptible host.
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Correct answer:

  1. an infection.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'an infection.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 52

When assigned to a client who uses an air or water mattress, the nurse aide SHOULD:

  1. add more water or air daily.
  2. use safety pins to secure the sheets.
  3. use several layers of incontinence pads.
  4. keep all sharp objects away from the mattress.
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Correct answer:

  1. keep all sharp objects away from the mattress.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'keep all sharp objects away from the mattress.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 53

A client is refusing to eat unfamiliar foods from the meal tray. The nurse aide SHOULD:

  1. notify the social worker.
  2. talk to the family.
  3. ask about the client's preferences.
  4. encourage the client to eat later.
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Correct answer:

  1. ask about the client's preferences.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'ask about the client's preferences.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 54

Which of the following observations by the nurse aide SHOULD be reported as a sign or symptom of pain?

  1. Pulse, 110
  2. Respirations, 18
  3. Pulse oximetry reading, 95%
  4. Blood pressure, 118/76 mm Hg
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Correct answer:

  1. Pulse, 110

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Pulse, 110' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 55

Which of the following is a common side effect in a client being treated for cancer?

  1. Constant hunger
  2. Discomfort and pain
  3. Increased energy level
  4. Regular bowel movements
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Correct answer:

  1. Discomfort and pain

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Discomfort and pain' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 56

When caring for a client with Alzheimer disease, the nurse aide SHOULD:

  1. vary the client's routine as much as possible.
  2. play soft music for the client's relaxation.
  3. explain the reasons for the client's mistakes.
  4. give the client step-by-step directions.
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Correct answer:

  1. vary the client's routine as much as possible.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'vary the client's routine as much as possible.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 57

The nurse aide is caring for a client who begins to demonstrate physical aggression. Which of the following actions SHOULD the nurse aide take?

  1. Protect self and others by reporting the client's behavior to the nurse
  2. Walk away, and avoid the client's behavior
  3. Argue with the client about the client's behavior, and report it to the nurse
  4. Tell the client that this type of behavior will get the client in trouble
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Correct answer:

  1. Protect self and others by reporting the client's behavior to the nurse

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Protect self and others by reporting the client's behavior to the nurse' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 58

When oxygen therapy is in use by a client, which of the following safety measures SHOULD be observed?

  1. Using a wool blanket on the client's bed
  2. Placing a "no smoking" sign in the client's room
  3. Making matches available to light candles
  4. Allowing visitors to smoke in the client's room
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Correct answer:

  1. Placing a "no smoking" sign in the client's room

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Placing a "no smoking" sign in the client's room' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 59

A client refuses to let the nurse aide take the client's blood pressure. The nurse aide SHOULD:

  1. take the client's blood pressure anyway and discuss the refusal with the nurse at shift change.
  2. tell the nurse about client's refusal immediately even though the client has the right to refuse.
  3. promise the client a snack if the nurse aide is allowed to take the blood pressure.
  4. let the client know that blood pressure must be taken to prevent a serious illness.
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Correct answer:

  1. tell the nurse about client's refusal immediately even though the client has the right to refuse.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'tell the nurse about client's refusal immediately even though the client has the right to refuse.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 60

Which of the following symptoms should be reported IMMEDIATELY to the nurse in charge?

  1. Dry, wrinkled skin
  2. Thinning hair of the scalp
  3. Bluish color of the lips
  4. Respiration rate of 16 per minute
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Correct answer:

  1. Bluish color of the lips

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Bluish color of the lips' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 61

Prior to starting a back rub, which observation is MOST important?

  1. Does the environment promote relaxation?
  2. Are there positioning limitations?
  3. Has the client bathed prior to the back rub?
  4. Are there signs of skin damage?
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Correct answer:

  1. Are there signs of skin damage?

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Are there signs of skin damage?' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 62

Nurse aides are often the first health care providers to recognize signs that a client is feeling a loss of independence. Which of the following SHOULD the nurse aide report?

  1. The client's positive self-image
  2. The client's feeling of helplessness
  3. The client who expresses happiness
  4. The client who participates in self-care
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Correct answer:

  1. The client's feeling of helplessness

Explanation: The correct answer is 'The client's feeling of helplessness' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 63

While the nurse aide is assisting a client to ambulate, the client trips and begins to fall. The nurse aide SHOULD

  1. try to pull the client up to the standing position.
  2. try to push the client back up to the standing position.
  3. get behind the client so that the client's knees will not buckle.
  4. ease the client to the floor to break the fall.
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Correct answer:

  1. ease the client to the floor to break the fall.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'ease the client to the floor to break the fall.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 64

Which of the following care team members provides for MOST of a client's physical needs?

  1. Director of nursing
  2. Supervising nurse
  3. Social worker
  4. Nurse aide
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Correct answer:

  1. Nurse aide

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Nurse aide' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 65

What is another name for a pressure sore?

  1. Decubitus ulcer
  2. Incontinence
  3. Frequency
  4. Abrasion
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Correct answer:

  1. Decubitus ulcer

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Decubitus ulcer' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 66

When lifting an object from the floor, the nurse aide SHOULD:

  1. bend from the waist.
  2. bend at the knees.
  3. keep the feet close together.
  4. keep the knees straight.
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Correct answer:

  1. bend at the knees.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'bend at the knees.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 67

The nurse aide is caring for a client who frequently has constipation. The nurse aide can assist the client by doing which of the following?

  1. Telling the client to rest in bed as much as possible
  2. Encouraging the client to increase fluid intake
  3. Providing the client with a low fiber diet
  4. Giving the client an enema
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Correct answer:

  1. Encouraging the client to increase fluid intake

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Encouraging the client to increase fluid intake' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 68

A client is dying, and no relatives are visiting. The nurse aide assigned to the client SHOULD:

  1. not bother the client by coming into the room.
  2. spend extra time with the client.
  3. tell the client that everything will be fine.
  4. call the client's family to ask why they are not visiting
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Correct answer:

  1. not bother the client by coming into the room.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'not bother the client by coming into the room.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 69

The nurse aide is providing morning care for a client. Before the nurse aide dresses the client, the nurse aide SHOULD:

  1. select a set of appropriate clothing for the client.
  2. choose for the client snug clothing that stays in place.
  3. encourage the client to allow the nurse aide to do all the work.
  4. determine if the client has a weak or affected side.
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Correct answer:

  1. determine if the client has a weak or affected side.

Explanation: The correct answer is 'determine if the client has a weak or affected side.' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.

Question 70

The nurse aide notices that a client has edema in the ankles and feet. Which of the following actions SHOULD the nurse aide take?

  1. Report the edema to the supervising nurse
  2. Reduce the client's fluid intake
  3. Encourage the client to use more salt
  4. Apply antiembolism stockings
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Correct answer:

  1. Report the edema to the supervising nurse

Explanation: The correct answer is 'Report the edema to the supervising nurse' because it follows standard CNA care principles, prioritizing patient safety, dignity, and proper procedure.