Utah CNA Skills Practice Test

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• How should you respond to choking?
• Which sequence is correct when dressing a resident with a weak side?
• Which statement best describes maintaining oral moisture for residents who cannot brush?
• For male peri-care, what privacy instruction applies?
• To what position should you return the bed after completing care?
• On the count of 'one', how should you roll the person during log rolling?
• What should be placed between the legs to support hip alignment during hip precautions?
• Which is the first step when collecting a stool sample?
• When assisting a resident with ambulation using a gait belt, which steps are essential for safety?
• To soak dentures, place them in a denture cup with what, then cover with lid and soak?
• When should you stop performing abdominal thrusts?
• During bed pan use, what item should be within the resident's reach?
• During proper handwashing, how long should you scrub with soap, including wrists and between fingers?
• What is the proper body mechanics for lifting or transferring a resident to avoid injury?
• Where should you place a transfer belt on the resident for a transfer?
• When using a cold compress, which practice helps ensure safety?
• During log rolling, how should the head of the bed be positioned?
• Which guideline is correct for oxygen use?
• Which step involves identifying the resident and addressing them by name (Mam/Sir) until directed otherwise?
• When disposing of a used razor blade, which container is appropriate?
• Which technique helps prevent accidental cuts when shaving with a razor?
• What should you do to explain the procedures you will perform to the resident?
• Which is a reason to stop feeding?
• What is the normal respiratory rate for an adult at rest?
• How should you measure and record intake?
• Which practice best promotes skin health and proper positioning for a resident with limited mobility?
• Which observation most clearly indicates dehydration during resident observation?
• During male peri-care, in which direction should cleansing strokes on the penis be made?
• When removing soiled linens, which practice is correct?
• Which step should be performed before applying a cold or warm compress?
• Which sequence correctly describes the six steps of standard hand hygiene used in nursing assistant practice?
• Which action helps protect the resident's privacy during an occupied draw sheet change?
• Before turning a resident to the side, which step should be completed?
• Which safety measure might be specified by the care plan to reduce fall risk when leaving a room?
• Why is it important to maintain proper alignment during repositioning?
• What should be done after labeling and securing the stool specimen container?
• For a cold compress, which statement is correct?
• Describe the steps to perform a safe transfer from bed to wheelchair using a transfer belt.
• What is NOT a denture care precaution?
• When applying a nasal cannula, where should the tubing be placed?
• What practice helps maintain spinal alignment when positioning a resident in bed?
• What is the main purpose of the draw sheet during repositioning?
• Which elements should be documented by a CNA?
• Which area should be cleaned after washing the penis in male peri-care?
• During knee ROM, which of the following is a key safeguard?
• When brushing dentures under running water, what should you use?
• Which practice helps protect your back during transfer?
• Height measurement accuracy?
• What information should be recorded when documenting a stool specimen?
• Which action best supports safe meal assistance and accurate intake documentation?
• Which item should be left within the resident's reach during ending procedures?
• Describe the steps to correctly take a manual blood pressure using a stethoscope and sphygmomanometer.
• Which is a key element of a resident's rights and dignity?
• During standing height measurement, how should the measuring bar be positioned?
• During an occupied draw sheet change, what step directly follows lowering the head of the bed to a supine position?
• What is the maximum upright angle recommended for feeding a dependent resident?
• In denture care, which step best protects dentures when not worn?
• Who should be informed that they may return after the care is completed?
• When documenting care, what should you ensure about entries?
• Sims position is best described as which type of position?
• What is the proper technique for applying a barrier to protect a resident's skin during peri-care?
• Which action is NOT appropriate when assisting a resident with catheter care?
• For uncircumcised male peri-care, what is the correct method?
• Which action is NOT essential to ensure safety during a two-person transfer?
• Which is the proper way to apply a gait belt during assistive transfer?
• Which action best describes safe meal assistance and documentation for a resident with mild assistance?
• Which practice helps prevent cross-contamination when changing bed linens?
• Which statement best describes the difference between standard precautions and medical asepsis?
• Which action is unsafe when handling oxygen?
• Which action best supports oral hygiene for a resident who cannot brush independently?
• For a back rub, in which positions can the resident be placed?
• If you are alone with an unresponsive resident not breathing normally and you are not trained in CPR, what should you do?
• During feeding to prevent aspiration, what torso position is recommended for a resident?
• Where should clean draw sheets be placed during occupied draw sheet changes?
• What best describes the role of documentation in CNA practice?
• Whom should you ask to leave the room and inform where they may wait?
• During peri-care, which item is used to wash the area?
• What is the normal systolic/diastolic blood pressure range for an adult when taking vitals?
• During male peri-care, how should the washcloth be used for each wipe?
• Where should you stand to perform abdominal thrusts?
• When placing a nasal cannula, prongs should follow the contour of which area?
• What is true about foot and toenail care?
• During oral care for an unconscious resident, how should you position to prevent aspiration?
• What is a standard measure to prevent pressure ulcers?
• How should you position a patient who has just eaten to prevent aspiration during feeding assistance?
• What is the correct order for removing PPE to prevent contamination?
• Describe the steps for making an occupied bed with the resident remaining in bed.
• What is an acceptable tolerance when recording fluid intake compared to the nurse's reading?
• Which position provides good alignment according to the material?
• What should you do with the urine collection container after measuring?
• Which signs indicate infection that should be reported promptly?
• Which safety check before leaving a resident alone in a room is NOT part of standard protocol?
• What temperature should the water be when cleaning dentures?
• Which item should you remove before washing your hands during urine output measurement?
• Passive Range Of Motion includes which motions?
• Which direction should the thrusts be delivered during abdominal thrusts?
• In bed pan or fracture pan assistance, where should the flat side be placed?
• Where should you measure fluid intake to ensure an accurate reading?
• When turning a resident, which direction should you move?
• In the left lateral (Sims) position, which side is down?
• What is the correct technique for a simple dressing change for a small wound?
• During the procedure, how should you involve the resident?
• After a resident falls, what should you do first?
• What is an appropriate documentation practice after assisting with oral hygiene for a resident unable to brush independently?
• Which step reduces the risk of cuts during shaving?
• During ending procedures, how should you position the resident?
• What important steps when assisting a resident with dressing to protect dignity and safety?
• During a pivot transfer from a bed to a wheelchair, where should the wheelchair be positioned relative to the resident?
• What is the correct technique for a bed bath regarding water temperature and order?
• For weight measurement on a standing scale, what should you do with the weights before helping the resident onto the scale?
• Prior to entering a resident's room, which action is essential for infection control?
• Weight measurement accuracy?
• When collecting a stool specimen, how should you label the specimen?
• What should be done after loosening the draw sheet and rolling the soiled sheet toward the resident?
• Before handling dentures, how should you protect the sink area?
• Where should the blood pressure cuff be placed during measurement?
• What is an essential step when giving a bed bath to a dependent resident to protect privacy and comfort?
• During logrolling with a suspected hip fracture, which procedures are required?
• Which action is an effective way to prevent pressure ulcers?
• What is the acceptable margin of error for recording intake and output measurements?
• What temperature should the bath basin water be for peri-care?
• Pivot transfer from bed to wheelchair requires which steps?
• Which action is correct when performing hand hygiene in CNA care?
• Which action best responds to dehydration signs during observation?
• Before starting a simple dressing change, what is essential?
• During a back rub, which instruction is correct?
• When measuring urine output, on what surface should the collection container be placed?
• When turning a resident with two staff, where should you grasp the draw sheet?
• If pain occurs during ROM exercises, what should you do?
• What is a common use of the draw sheet besides repositioning?
• During passive ROM, which guideline is correct?
• Where should the gait belt be applied when assisting a resident to stand?
• Which statement describes proper mouth care for an unconscious resident under policy?
• If the oxygen flow rate is not accurate, what should you do?
• Which practice aligns with standard guidelines for cleaning and disinfecting equipment between residents?
• How should you introduce yourself to the resident?
• To what height should you raise the bed for the procedure?
• Which Fowler's position involves the highest head-of-bed elevation?
• Record urine output within +/- how many milliliters of the nurse’s reading?
• Which information should be included when documenting a resident fall incident?
• What is the correct sequence for putting on PPE before entering a resident's room?
• Which practice demonstrates respect for confidentiality in resident care?
• Before feeding, what should you verify on the meal tray?
• During female peri-care, which practice ensures cleanliness?
• What is the normal resting pulse rate for a healthy adult?
• Which privacy consideration is emphasized during bed pan assistance?
• What is the proper technique for providing mouth care to an unconscious resident, if allowed by policy?
• Where should the fist be placed for abdominal thrusts?
• Which of the following is NOT a sign of possible aspiration during feeding?
• What should you monitor and report during a resident's meal for signs of choking or aspiration?
• What is the next step after collecting and labeling a stool specimen?
• Before starting a procedure, what should you assemble?
• When assisting a resident to stand using a gait belt, where should you grasp the belt?
• Where should Foley catheter tubing be secured to the resident?
• For urine output, how should you measure and record?
• Describe the proper procedure for changing bed linens while preventing cross-contamination and ensuring comfort?
• What is the recommended duration for scrubbing hands during hand hygiene?
• Which question should you ask to identify choking?
• What is the maximum time a cold compress should be left on a resident?
• What is the proper way to secure a resident’s call light within reach?
• Which option is NOT a standard safety check before leaving a resident's room?
• Which statement best reflects oral hygiene care for residents unable to brush independently?
• In logrolling, what is used between the legs to support the hip?
• Which safety principle should be maintained during repositioning across all positions?
• How many milliliters are in 1 fluid ounce?
• How should you respond to a resident who refuses care?
• Which Fowler's position has the lowest head-of-bed elevation?
• When turning a patient, which side rail should be raised?
• Which steps correctly describe applying and removing an adult incontinence brief to protect a resident's dignity?
• Describe denture care precautions when cleaning and storing dentures to prevent damage.
• Which statement is true about standard hand hygiene before feeding a resident?
• During dressing, which action protects resident privacy?
• What is the proper direction to clean a wound during dressing change?
• In female peri-care, how should you clean the labia?
• Converting Ounces To Milliliters: 1 Ounce Equals How Many Milliliters?
• After collecting a urine sample, where should the container be disposed?
• Which position helps prevent aspiration for an unconscious patient during oral care?
• Which action should you perform before providing care?
• In the supine position, the resident is lying on which body surface?
• Which action best promotes safe positioning for a resident with limited mobility in bed?
• Which item helps prevent pressure ulcers by reducing skin-to-surface contact?
• Which action helps maintain privacy during the procedure?
• TED hose application: proper fit?
• During mouth care, dentures should be kept out of the mouth.
• What should you do immediately when a resident is choking and unable to breathe?
• What is emphasized to protect a resident's dignity during peri-care?
• Which is a primary reason to turn and reposition residents every two hours?
• If a resident has questions about the procedure, what should you do?
• Which step ensures the call light is accessible before leaving a resident's room?
• When applying a cold compress, where should it be placed?
• When providing peri-care for a female resident, what is the correct initial action?
• In female peri-care, which direction should cleansing strokes for the labia follow on both inner and outer areas?
• What is the proper response to a resident who is unresponsive and not breathing normally?
• After washing the genital area for male peri-care, what is the next step?
• What is a recommended practice for hand hygiene before leaving after care?
• Which statement best describes when you should inspect a resident's skin for pressure injuries?
• What is correct about denture care?
• How should catheter tubing be positioned to prevent pressure ulcers?
• During peri-care for a female resident, which privacy measure should be observed?
• In the left Sims position, which leg is flexed?
• Which practice is proper when using a gait belt?
• Which statement describes the proper use of pillows or wedges during repositioning?
• Height should be recorded within what tolerance of the nurse's measurement?
• For log-rolling a resident with hip fracture precautions, how many staff members are required?
• During bedpan assistance, which item should be placed within reach of the resident?
• Which practice is part of feeding a dependent resident?
• How should you respond to chest pain or shortness of breath?
• Which Fowler's position describes partial elevation of the head and torso?
• Which position is commonly used for an enema?
• What should you do before entering a resident's room to obtain permission?