CNA Practice Test 3 | Nursing Assistant

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1. Question

Clients with osteoarthritis may be on bed rest for prolonged periods. The nursing assistant is aware that she should:

2. Question

Justine (CNA) was instructed by the staff nurse to elevate the client’s casted left limb to prevent swelling. Justine is elevating the casted extremity correctly when she does which of the following?

3. Question

A nurse obtains an order from a physician to restrain a client by using a jacket restraint and delegates a nursing assistant to assist in the restraining of the client. Which of the following observations indicates inappropriate application of the restraint by the nursing assistant?

4. Question

The nurse inserts a Foley catheter to relieve a client’s urinary retention. Which of the following is an inappropriate action in caring for clients with an indwelling catheter?

5. Question

Elderly patients are prone to stomach-aches and bloating. Which of the following foods are avoided since they are gas-forming and contribute to the said condition?

6. Question

In preparing a client for a hot Sitz bath, the nurse assistant should check the temperature of the water. The ideal water temperature is:

7. Question

The nurse has delegated the following order to you: obtain a urinary specimen to test for sugar and ketones in a client with a medical history of diabetes mellitus. You are aware that you will obtain the specimen:

8. Question

The nurse aide was asked by the licensed nurse to change the nonsterile dressing of a client. Which of the following statements is best when pertaining to this situation?

9. Question

Which is correct about ostomy care?

10. Question

A client has a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and has orders by the doctor to apply elastic stockings. The nursing assistant is correct in performing this when she:

11. Question

The nursing assistant is aware that the purpose of the elastic stockings is to:

12. Question

A COPD client recently admitted to the floor needs constant oxygen therapy. When assisting this patient, the nursing assistant can:

13. Question

After applying an elastic bandage to a client’s right leg, you need to check the color and temperature of the leg:

14. Question

Which of the following statements is correct pertaining to binders application?

15. Question

Protective devices are often used to prevent and treat pressure ulcers and skin breakdown. Which of the following devices is least likely used for this particular purpose?

16. Question

Clients requiring oxygen therapy should be monitored for hypoxia. Early signs for hypoxia include:

17. Question

An asthmatic client can be relieved from dyspnea when he is placed in orthopneic position. This can done by:

18. Question

Which action is incorrect when flossing the client’s teeth?

19. Question

To obtain a 24-hour urine specimen, the nurse assistant should:

20. Question

A client was fitted with a hearing aid. She understands the proper use and wear of this device correctly when she says that the device is turned on and adjusted to a:

21. Question

One of your clients just had a stroke and is manifesting receptive aphasia. Clients with receptive aphasia:

22. Question

The nursing assistant is aware that the responsibility for keeping an accurate I&O record is part of her duties. If the client is incontinent, how should she document the output?

23. Question

Which of the following are examples of fluid output that need to be recorded on the I&O sheet?

24. Question

A client is receiving oxygen therapy via face mask. Which of the following is contraindicated for this client?

25. Question

Use of which of the following articles or types of clothing would help a client with osteoarthritis perform activities of daily living adequately?

26. Question

Which of the following is not included in the care of clients with a pacemaker?

27. Question

Your client has had a bowel movement. The stool is black in color and has a tarry consistency. What is your next action?

28. Question

Which is NOT a rule for collecting specimens?

29. Question

A nursing assistant will be changing the soiled bed linens of a client with a draining pressure ulcer. Which of the following protective equipment should the nursing assistant wear?

30. Question

A client has an indwelling urinary catheter, and urine is leaking from a hole in the collection bag. Which of the following actions would be most appropriate?