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MISSISSIPPI CNA

PRACTICE TEST

100 Questions

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1. For a nursing assistant, confidentiality means:

A)Only telling the resident's roommates about their health B)Keeping private things private C)Sharing medical info with the NA's own family D)Writing about residents on social media

If a resident with Alzheimer's disease has problems with

dressing, the nursing assistant should:

A)Choose the outfit for them to save time B)Lay out clothes in the order they should be put on C)Tell the resident to hurry up D)Dress the resident without saying anything

Which temperature site is generally considered to be the most

accurate?A)Oral B)Axillary (armpit) C)Rectal D)Tympanic (ear)

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The single most important thing you can do to prevent the

spread of disease is to:

A)Wear a mask at all times B)Wash your hands C)Keep the facility windows closed D)Use a lot of perfume

5. When using a transfer belt, the NA should:

A)Place it underneath the resident's clothing B)Place it over the resident's clothing C)Tighten it until the resident cannot breathe D)Use it only for residents who can walk perfectly

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What is a good way for a nursing assistant to care for a

mentally ill resident?A)Avoid talking to the resident B)Support the resident and his or her family and friends C)Correct the resident whenever they say something factually wrong D)Encourage the resident to stop taking their medication

How can a nursing assistant help residents with their spiritual

needs?A)Encourage them to join the NA's own religion B)Learn about the resident's beliefs and listen carefully C)Tell the resident that spiritual needs are not important D)Invite a priest even if the resident is not religious

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What should a nursing assistant do each time a patient is

repositioned?A)Give the resident a snack B)Check the resident's skin C)Change the resident's clothing D)Perform a full bed bath

Which position is a resident in if he is lying on his stomach?

A)Supine position B)Prone position C)Lateral position D)Fowler's position

What can nursing assistants do in regards to IVs?

A)Start the IV line B)Adjust the flow rate of the IV C)Observe the IV site for problems and report them D)Change the IV fluid bag when it is empty

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Ten ounces is equal to ____ milliliters (mL).

A)30 B)100 C)300 D)500

A way to prevent aspiration during oral care of unconscious

residents includes:

A)Using plenty of toothpaste and water B)Positioning the resident on their back C)Using as little liquid as possible D)Giving the resident a glass of water to rinse

Before helping a resident eat, how should the nursing assistant

position the resident?A)Lying flat on their back B)Lying on their side C)Sitting as upright as possible D)In a semi-reclined position

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14. Insulin reaction (hypoglycemia) can be caused by:

A)Too much food B)Too little food C)Lack of exercise D)High blood pressure

When providing perineal care for a female resident, the nursing

assistant should:

A)Wipe from back to front B)Wipe from front to back C)Wipe in a circular motion D)Use the same area of the washcloth for every wipe

When should sheets be changed?

A)Once every seven days B)Only when a new resident is admitted C)Whenever they are soiled, wrinkled, or damp D)Every morning regardless of condition

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What thermometer is used to take a temperature from the ear?

A)Oral thermometer B)Axillary thermometer C)Tympanic thermometer D)Rectal thermometer

18. Providing privacy while giving care is a patient's:

A)Professional courtesy B)Legal right C)Optional choice D)Facility preference

Which of the following statements is true of pain?

A)Everyone feels pain the same way B)Pain is a different experience for each person C)If a resident doesn't complain, they aren't in pain D)Older people don't feel pain as much as younger people

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If a resident starts to fall, the best thing a nursing assistant can

do is to:

A)Try to catch the resident in her arms B)Widen her stance and bring the resident's body close to her C)Run and get a wheelchair D)Tell the resident to stand up straight

What should a nursing assistant observe and report regarding

the musculoskeletal system?A)The resident's favorite type of exercise B)White, shiny, red, or warm areas over a joint C)The color of the resident's clothing D)The resident's ability to remember their name

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What is an example of a common cliché that should be avoided

when communicating?A)'I understand how you feel' B)'It will all work out in the end' C)'Can you tell me more about that?' D)'I will be back in ten minutes'

23. Incontinence may be caused by:

A)Eating too much fiber B)Nervous system diseases C)Lack of exercise D)Drinking too much water

What member of the care team helps a resident learn to use

adaptive devices for eating or dressing?A)Speech-language pathologist B)Occupational therapist C)Registered dietitian D)Activities director

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25. Pressure sores can lead to:

A)Improved skin elasticity B)Life-threatening infections C)Better circulation D)Faster wound healing

What is a good way for a nursing assistant to respond to

inappropriate sexual behavior by a resident?A)Scold the resident in front of others B)Ignore the behavior and walk away C)Take the resident to a private area D)Call the resident's family to complain

27. When leaving a resident's room, a nursing assistant should:

A)Leave the bed in its highest position B)Turn off all the lights, even if the resident is reading C)Restock supplies and leave the call light within reach D)Take the resident's water pitcher with them

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Which member of the care team diagnoses disease and

prescribes treatment?A)Nurse Assistant B)Physician (MD) C)Physical Therapist D)Social Worker

29. When encountering a fire, a nursing assistant should first:

A)Call the fire department B)Extinguish the fire C)Remove the resident from danger D)Close all the windows

Which is the most essential nutrient for life?

A)Carbohydrates B)Protein C)Water D)Vitamins

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When assisting a resident with a standard bedpan, where

should the wider end be placed?A)In alignment with the resident's buttocks B)Toward the foot of the bed C)Under the resident's knees D)It does not matter which way it faces

32. A nursing assistant should wear gloves when:

A)Brushing a resident's teeth B)Giving perineal care to a resident C)Helping a resident walk D)Answering the resident's telephone

How many rubber-tipped feet does a quad cane have?

A)One B)Two C)Three D)Four

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Which kind of care helps restore a resident to the highest level

of functioning possible?A)Hospice care B)Palliative care C)Rehabilitation D)Acute care

What does palliative care involve?

A)Aggressive treatment to cure disease B)Pain relief and comfort C)Physical therapy to restore walking D)Assisting with financial and legal planning

What is a function of the nervous system?

A)Provides a framework for the body B)Senses and interprets information from outside the body C)Pumps blood to the various parts of the body D)Removes waste from the blood

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Which of the following abbreviations means 'nothing by

mouth'?A)NBM B)NPO C)BM D)PO

What is the medical term for high blood pressure?

A)Hyperglycemia B)Tachycardia C)Hypertension D)Hypotension

What is a type of advance directive?

A)A birth certificate B)Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care C)A resident's social security card D)An employee handbook

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Diabetes can lead to which of the following complications?

A)Stronger eyesight B)Impaired wound healing C)Increased energy levels D)Improved circulation to the feet

What is a task that is outside the scope of practice for a Nursing

Assistant (NA)?A)Measuring vital signs B)Helping a resident get dressed C)Inserting tubes into a resident's body D)Ambulating a resident with a walker

When communicating with a visually-impaired resident, the

nursing assistant should:

A)Speak as loudly as possible B)Avoid talking so the resident isn't confused C)Tell the resident what the NA is doing while providing care D)Move the furniture around frequently

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Which sense is usually last to leave the body when a person is

dying?A)Sight B)Smell C)Taste D)Hearing

Standing with the legs shoulder-width apart is an example of

using:

A)Low center of gravity B)Good body mechanics C)Mechanical advantage D)Isometric exercise

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How should a fracture pan be positioned?

A)With the handle toward the head of the bed B)With the handle toward the foot of the bed C)Sideways across the resident's hips D)The handle should be removed before use

What is an overbed table primarily used for?

A)Storage of soiled linens B)Placement of meals C)A seat for visitors D)A place for the NA to write reports

What is the term for a device that replaces a missing body

part?A)Splint B)Prosthesis C)Cast D)Orthotic

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Exercises that put each joint through its full arc of motion are

called:

A)Aerobics B)Range of motion C)Weight lifting D)Cardiovascular training

How can a nursing assistant assist residents with normal

changes of aging related to the urinary system?A)Restrict fluids so the resident urinated less B)Offer frequent trips to the bathroom C)Suggest the resident use a catheter instead D)Tell the resident to hold their urine longer to strengthen the bladder

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50. HIV can be transmitted:

A)By hugging an infected person B)To a fetus by an infected mother C)Through the air when someone coughs D)By sharing a water glass

What does the chain of command do?

A)Lists the residents in order of their needs B)Describes the line of authority in a facility C)Describes the physical layout of the building D)Lists the medications a resident must take

After an amputation, a resident may experience phantom

sensation. Phantom sensation is:

A)The belief that the limb will grow back B)Pain or sensation caused by remaining nerve endings C)A hallucination caused by medication D)The ability to move the prosthetic limb with the mind

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The artificial opening in the abdomen of a resident with an

ostomy is called a:

A)Stoma B)Suture C)Incision D)Valve

A ___________ is the permanent and painful stiffening of

a joint and muscle.A)Sprain B)Contracture C)Fracture D)Dislocation

Which attitude is helpful when working in hospice?

A)Encourage the resident to fight the disease B)Respect the resident's privacy and independence C)Avoid the resident's room as much as possible D)Talk loudly so the resident knows you are there

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56. To prevent falls, a nursing assistant should:

A)Keep walkways free of clutter B)Tell residents to stay in their beds C)Wax the floors until they are very shiny D)Keep the room lights off

Which of the following is used when documenting the amount

of fluid a resident drinks?A)Ounces B)Pounds C)Milliliters D)Grams

58. Generally, the last sense to leave a dying person is the sense of:

A)Sight B)Taste C)Smell D)Hearing

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59. During a seizure, a nursing assistant should:

A)Put something in the resident's mouth to prevent tongue-biting B)Restrain the resident's movements C)Keep the resident safe and protect their head D)Run out of the room to find help

When should a nursing assistant identify a resident?

A)After the resident has finished eating B)Before helping with feeding C)Only when the nurse is watching D)Once a week

61. Maintaining equal intake and output is known as:

A)Metabolism B)Fluid balance C)Homeostasis D)Circulation

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Where should the call light be placed when a nursing assistant

leaves a resident's room?A)On the overbed table across the room B)Within the resident's reach C)In the bathroom D)Attached to the doorway

Joking with a resident's roommate about the resident's

incontinence is what type of abuse?A)Physical abuse B)Psychological abuse C)Sexual abuse D)Involuntary seclusion

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What is considered a normal range for an adult's blood

pressure?A) B) C) D)

65. To treat a minor burn, a nursing assistant should:

A)Apply butter or oil to the area B)Use cool, clean water C)Apply a tight bandage D)Use ice cubes directly on the skin

Which is true about nursing assistants and catheters?

A)NAs insert the catheters B)NAs irrigate the catheters C)NAs observe and report regarding the catheter and drainage D)NAs decide when the catheter should be removed

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If an activity is not listed on the care plan, what is the

responsibility of a Nursing Assistant?A)Perform the activity if the resident asks B)The NA should not perform the activity if it is not listed C)Ask the resident's family if it is okay D)Perform the activity but do not document it

What is a factor that may influence a resident's food

preference?A)The NA's favorite food B)Religion C)The time the NA's shift ends D)The weather outside

69. The ability to think logically and quickly is called:

A)Intelligence B)Cognition C)Memory D)Intuition

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How should a resident with chronic obstructive pulmonary

disease (COPD) be positioned?A)Lying flat on their back B)Sitting upright C)Lying on their stomach D)Lying with feet elevated higher than the head

A resident's Protected Health Information (PHI) may be

shared with:

A)Any employee of the facility B)Only those who need the information for care or processing records C)The resident's neighbors D)The NA's own friends

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In which of the following procedures must a nursing assistant

always wear gloves?A)Brushing a resident's hair B)Shaving a resident C)Taking a resident's pulse D)Feeding a resident

Which of the following is a requirement of the Omnibus

Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA)?A)NAs must have at least 50 hours of training B)NAs must have at least 75 hours of training C)NAs must be at least 21 years old D)NAs must be able to prescribe medication

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Which of the following healthcare settings is for people who

have approximately six months or less to live?A)Long-term care facility B)Acute care hospital C)Hospice D)Assisted living

If a nursing assistant sees a letter for the resident at the front

desk, she should:

A)Open it for the resident B)Take the letter to the resident's room unopened C)Read the letter to other staff members D)Leave it at the desk

76. Restraints can be applied:

A)Whenever a resident is being difficult B)Only with a doctor's orders C)If the NA thinks the resident might fall D)To prevent a resident from leaving the facility

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What is a guideline for good skin care?

A)Apply alcohol to dry areas B)Rub reddened areas vigorously C)Check the resident's skin daily and report changes D)Bathe the resident in hot water daily

To convert four ounces of water to milliliters (mL), the nursing

assistant should multiply four by:

A)10 B)30 C)50 D)100

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Why should an NA be concerned if they notice a resident's

skin has become pale, white, or reddened?A)It means the resident is getting too much sleep B)It could be the beginning of a pressure sore C)It indicates the resident is about to have a seizure D)It shows the resident is finally getting enough water

80. When speaking with residents, nursing assistants should:

A)Use complex medical jargon B)Use simple, non-medical terms C)Talk to them like they are children D)Avoid eye contact

Which of the following is true of Transmission-Based

Precautions?A)They are used instead of Standard Precautions B)They are practiced in addition to Standard Precautions C)They are only used for the elderly D)They are used only when the NA feels like it

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When a resident has left-sided weakness, which sleeve should be

put on first when dressing?A)The right sleeve B)The left sleeve C)Both at the same time D)The sleeve the NA prefers

When assisting a patient with dentures, a nursing assistant

should:

A)Clean them in hot water B)Store them in the resident's drawer without a container C)Store them in a labeled denture cup with cool water D)Tell the resident to sleep with them in

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What is an example of physical abuse?

A)Ignoring a resident's call light B)Pinching a resident C)Telling a resident they are 'stupid' D)Stealing a resident's money

Where should the nursing assistant stand when helping a

resident who is recovering from a stroke to walk?A)On the resident's stronger side B)On the resident's weaker side C)In front of the resident D)Behind the resident

Which type of urine specimen does not include the first and last

urine in the sample?A)Routine urine specimen B)Clean catch (mid-stream) C)24-hour urine specimen D)Catheterized specimen

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Nursing assistants do not usually perform procedures that

require:

A)Clean technique B)Standard Precautions C)Sterile technique D)Protective equipment

In order to communicate with a resident who is

hearing-impaired, the NA should:

A)Shout in the resident's ear B)Face the resident directly when speaking C)Avoid using any hand gestures D)Speak to the resident from behind

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What is an example of a normal change of aging?

A)Inability to think clearly B)Weaker muscles C)Constant pain D)Complete loss of vision

What should a nursing assistant do if she suspects a resident is

being abused?A)Wait for more evidence before acting B)Ask the resident if they are being abused C)Report it to the nurse immediately D)Call the police herself before telling the nurse

91. The first sign of skin breakdown is:

A)A deep, open sore B)Pale, white, reddened, or purple skin C)Bleeding from the site D)A visible bone

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92. What is the correct conversion of 4:10 p.m. to military time?

A)0410 hours B)1410 hours C)1610 hours D)2010 hours

What is one way a nursing assistant can promote a resident's

independence?A)Doing everything for the resident to save time B)Allowing a resident to do a task by himself no matter how long it takes C)Deciding what clothes the resident will wear every day D)Restricting the resident to their room

What is the correct conversion of 1900 hours to standard time?

A)7:00 a.m.

B)9:00 a.m.

C)7:00 p.m.

D)9:00 p.m.

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What is one important reason why the bed should remain

wrinkle-free?A)To keep the room looking tidy B)To prevent the resident from rolling out C)To help keep the skin healthy and prevent pressure sores D)To make it easier for the nurse to change the linens

With whom may a nursing assistant share a resident's medical

information?A)The resident's best friend B)Other staff members involved in the resident's care C)The NA's own family D)Anyone who asks

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When observing catheters, a nursing assistant should be sure

that:

A)The bag is hanging on the bed rail B)The drainage bag is kept lower than the hips or bladder C)The tubing has many loops to catch the urine D)The bag is touching the floor

98. Passive range of motion (PROM) exercises are done:

A)By the resident without any help B)When a resident cannot move on her own C)Only once a week D)Only after the resident has been discharged

If a resident with Alzheimer's disease shows violent behavior,

the nursing assistant should:

A)Hit the resident back B)Restrain the resident immediately C)Remove triggers that may be causing the behavior D)Argue with the resident

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100. Standard Precautions should be practiced:

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