CNA practice test 10

1. During a power outage, what specific systems must the emergency electrical power system supply power for, according to the building safety standards?

1. Lighting all entrances and exits, fire detection and alarm systems, extinguishing systems, and life support systems
2. Only the lighting for the main dining area and the nurses' station
3. All television sets and personal electronics in resident rooms
4. The central air conditioning and heating units for the entire facility

2. A nurse aide has just removed their gloves after assisting a resident. According to the standard, what is the required next step regarding hand hygiene?

1. Use an antiseptic towelette and wait until the next scheduled break to wash hands.
2. Wash hands immediately or as soon as feasible after removal of gloves.
3. Apply hand sanitizer only if the hands appear visibly dirty.
4. Wash hands only if the gloves were torn during the procedure.

3. When managing a resident's personal funds, what is the required frequency for making the individual financial record available to the resident?

1. Quarterly statements and upon request.
2. Monthly statements only.
3. Annually during the care plan review.
4. Only when the resident reaches the SSI resource limit.

4. In a research laboratory setting, how should a nurse aide handle contaminated materials that need to be moved to a different site for decontamination?

1. Place them in a durable, leakproof, labeled or color-coded container that is closed before leaving the work area.
2. Carry them openly to the nearest sink to rinse them off before moving them.
3. Place them in an open bin to allow air circulation during transport.
4. Wrap them in a standard paper towel and place them in a general trash bin.

5. When a resident requests a copy of their personal medical records, what is the maximum timeframe within which the facility must provide access to these records?

1. Within 24 hours, excluding weekends and holidays.
2. Within 2 working days.
3. Immediately upon oral request.
4. Within 5 business days.

6. A resident has designated a representative to help make care decisions. The resident later decides to revoke this delegation. According to the regulations, what is the correct status of the resident's right to revoke?

1. The resident retains the right to revoke the delegation, except as limited by State law.
2. The resident loses the right to revoke once the representative is appointed by the facility.
3. The resident must wait for the representative to agree before revoking the delegation.
4. The resident can only revoke the delegation if the facility manager approves the change.

7. Which specific program, established under the Older Americans Act, must be included in the contact information provided to residents regarding advocacy?

1. The State Long-Term Care Ombudsman program
2. The National Association of Home Builders
3. The American Medical Association
4. The Local Chamber of Commerce

8. Under the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, how must medical evaluations and procedures, such as the hepatitis B vaccine series, be provided to the employee?

1. Made available at no cost to the employee.
2. Provided only if the employee pays a small administrative fee.
3. Offered at the employee's convenience regardless of work schedule constraints.
4. Supervised exclusively by a licensed physician without other healthcare professional involvement.

9. What elements must be included in the written decision issued to a resident after their grievance has been reviewed?

1. Only the final decision date and the name of the administrator.
2. The date received, summary of grievance, investigation steps, findings, confirmation status, corrective actions, and decision date.
3. A verbal summary provided by the nurse aide without written documentation.
4. Only the corrective action taken by the facility.

10. According to federal regulations for facilities newly certified after November 28, 2016, what specific requirement applies to bathroom facilities in resident rooms?

1. Each resident room must have its own bathroom equipped with at least a commode and sink.
2. Bathroom facilities must be located in a central hallway accessible to all residents.
3. Each room must share a bathroom with one other adjacent room to maximize space.
4. Bathrooms must be located outside the facility building to reduce noise levels.

11. When is a nurse aide permitted to work in a facility without having completed a state-approved training and competency evaluation program?

1. For no more than 4 months on a full-time basis
2. For up to 12 months if the facility is rural
3. For exactly 6 months if the aide holds a high school diploma
4. Indefinitely if the aide has prior experience in another facility

12. According to the definitions in the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, which of the following is included in the definition of 'Other Potentially Infectious Materials'?

1. Saliva in dental procedures
2. Urine from a healthy adult
3. Sweat from an active resident
4. Tears from a crying resident

13. When a nurse aide encounters a contaminated sharp, such as a needle or broken glass, what is the correct classification of this item according to the standard?

1. It is considered 'Contaminated Laundry' if it is in a bin.
2. It is considered 'Contaminated Sharps' because it can penetrate the skin.
3. It is considered 'Engineering Controls' because it is a medical device.
4. It is considered 'Blood' because it is used in healthcare settings.

14. What is the correct procedure for refilling liquid soap dispensers in a healthcare facility?

1. Do not add soap to partially empty soap dispensers.
2. Top off the dispenser with fresh soap to ensure continuous supply.
3. Mix different brands of soap to ensure adequate viscosity.
4. Refill only when the dispenser is completely empty.

15. While assisting a resident with personal hygiene, what specific areas of care must the nurse aide ensure are addressed according to the definition of Activities of Daily Living?

1. Bathing, dressing, grooming, and oral care.
2. Walking, transferring, and using the toilet.
3. Eating meals and drinking fluids.
4. Participating in group social activities.

16. What is the minimum total training requirement for a nurse aide training and competency evaluation program to receive state approval?

1. 75 clock hours
2. 16 clock hours
3. 2 years
4. 40 clock hours

17. When a nurse aide is assisting a resident in a facility corridor, what specific safety feature must be present on the walls to support the resident's mobility?

1. Firmly secured handrails on each side
2. A centralized staff work area visible from the corridor
3. Mechanical ventilation units mounted on the walls
4. A designated smoking area near the entrance

18. During a procedure, blood droplets are expected to splash toward the nurse aide's face. What protective equipment is required?

1. A surgical cap only.
2. A mask combined with eye protection devices or a chin-length face shield.
3. A standard cloth mask without eye protection.
4. No protection is needed if the aide is wearing a gown.

19. A nurse aide needs to use a blood pressure cuff on a patient on Contact Precautions, but dedicated equipment is not available. What must the aide do before using the cuff on another patient?

1. Wipe the cuff with a dry cloth.
2. Clean and disinfect such equipment before use on another patient.
3. Cover the cuff with a disposable sheet.
4. Allow the cuff to air dry for one hour.

20. Under what specific condition does the CDC encourage hand washing with soap and water after caring for patients with known or suspected C. difficile infections?

1. During outbreaks of C. difficile.
2. Whenever hands are visibly soiled.
3. Only when alcohol-based hand sanitizer is unavailable.
4. Before putting on gloves for any patient.

21. A resident asks to keep their favorite quilt and a small personal lamp in their room, although the space is somewhat crowded. According to regulations on respect and dignity, how should the nurse aide handle this request?

1. Allow the resident to keep the items unless doing so infringes upon the rights or health and safety of other residents.
2. Remove the items immediately to ensure the room meets standard facility decoration guidelines.
3. Allow the items only if the resident agrees to pay an extra fee for additional storage space.
4. Refuse the items because personal furnishings are not permitted in shared living spaces.

22. If the normal water supply to a facility is interrupted, what procedure must the nurse aide be aware of regarding water availability?

1. Water must be available to essential areas when there is a loss of normal water supply
2. Residents must wait until the main supply is restored without assistance
3. Only the dining room requires water during a supply loss
4. Staff must manually carry water to every room immediately

23. Before allowing a new nurse aide to serve, what specific registry verification step must a facility take regarding state registries?

1. Seek information from every State registry established under the Act that the facility believes will include information on the individual.
2. Check only the registry of the state where the facility is physically located.
3. Verify the individual's license solely through the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.
4. Accept a printed certificate from the training program as sufficient proof without checking any registry.

24. In the context of this subpart, which type of institution is excluded from being considered a 'facility'?

1. A skilled nursing facility (SNF).
2. A nursing facility (NF).
3. An institution for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
4. A distinct part of a hospital.

25. A nurse aide successfully completes their competency evaluation. Within what timeframe must the record of this successful completion be included in the nurse aide registry?

1. Within 30 days of the date the individual is found to be competent.
2. Immediately upon the conclusion of the evaluation session.
3. Within 60 days of the date the individual is found to be competent.
4. Only after the individual has provided nursing services for 24 consecutive months.