SkillsUSA Nursing Assistant Competition Practice Test

These questions are part of the practice quiz. Start practicing

• Which term describes false written statements that damage a person's reputation?
• In SBAR, which component communicates the immediate reason for the hand-off?
• Which term is the obligation to keep patient information private?
• What best describes the nursing assistant role?
• How should you position a patient for a feeding to reduce aspiration risk?
• How should you handle a resident's jewelry and valuables?
• Which term would be most relevant when assisting a resident with daily activities?
• Which statement best reflects the CNA's role in ensuring residents' decision-making rights?
• Name two key elements of standard precautions.
• Which term refers to negligence by a professional causing harm?
• Which term describes the standards of behavior expected from nursing assistants?
• Which term refers to the long-term management of ongoing health issues?
• What is the correct method to perform oral care for an unconscious resident?
• What is the proper technique to give a bed bath?
• Which is a sign of dehydration you should report?
• Which term is specifically a unit designed for patients needing less intensive care?
• What is the process for notifying authorities of abuse called?
• How should you handle a resident's belongings to protect privacy?
• Which term refers to harmful acts against older adults?
• Which term describes engaging with residents about their feelings?
• Which term means demonstrating support and assistance to colleagues?
• Which term describes the set of expectations for how staff address resident concerns within a facility?
• What is the primary goal of infection control in long-term care?
• Which action best prevents skin breakdown by repositioning?
• What term describes improper treatment causing harm to residents?
• A nurse assistant demonstrates being fully present and attentive to a resident's needs during care. This best describes which concept?
• Which care type is explicitly described as end-of-life care and support?
• Which interventions are recommended for a resident at risk of pressure ulcers?
• Which term covers beliefs and attitudes shaping staff behavior in facilities?
• How do you measure a resident's temperature using a digital thermometer?
• What is self-reflection?
• A common sign of urinary retention that should be reported is:
• How would you measure height for a bed-bound resident?
• When a resident with cognitive impairment cannot communicate pain, the best approach is to:
• Which term denotes rights ensuring privacy, safety, and fair treatment?
• Which term describes false spoken statements that damage a person's reputation?
• Which term describes unintentional failure to act, causing harm?
• Which term is care for patients requiring immediate medical attention?
• When should a CNA document a change in a resident's condition?
• What is the appropriate care for dentures after meals?
• When giving a back rub, what should you avoid to prevent injury?
• What is the primary purpose of hand hygiene before and after resident contact?
• During a passive range of motion exercise for a knee, what is the correct technique?
• Which term describes the long-term management of ongoing health issues?
• A nurse fails to respond to a resident's call light for hours, resulting in harm. This is an example of which concept?
• Which statement is correct regarding sterile technique in wound care?
• Which statement about certification and licensure is true?
• When transferring from bed to chair using a gait belt, which wheels should be locked?
• Which practice supports safety during daily care?
• Which term describes high standards of care and ethical behavior?
• Why is it important to keep the resident covered during a bed bath?
• Which term refers to the law aimed at improving healthcare access and affordability?
• Which term corresponds to completing a training program and passing a competency exam?
• Which scenario best illustrates a holistic nursing approach?
• Which diet modification might be prescribed for a resident who has difficulty swallowing?
• What should you consider when assisting with wound care to prevent infection?
• Direct services for individuals needing chronic care are provided by which category?
• Which term describes someone who participates constructively in team discussions?
• During wound care, what should be monitored about drainage to assess healing and detect complications?
• Which are the four steps of proper hand-off communication when transferring care to a nurse (SBAR)?
• Which of the following is an essential element of safe bed-making to protect resident safety?
• Which of the following describes libel?
• What is the nursing assistant certification exam?
• Which term refers to shared values and behaviors within a healthcare facility?
• What does HIPAA protect in a healthcare setting?
• Which term means acceptance and support of residents' feelings?
• What should you do if a resident's safety belt or gait belt is loose during transfer?
• Which statement best reflects how a CNA should document observations?
• What is the proper technique for cleaning the eye from inner to outer canthus?
• Which term is primarily about protecting patient privacy?
• Which term describes a professional's negligent act that causes harm?
• Which care focus emphasizes disease prevention and wellness?
• Intermediate care for patients recovering from acute conditions is which term?
• What should you do if a resident is having a seizure?
• What describes healthcare facility specialization?
• If a family member asks for details about another resident's health information, you should?
• What is the purpose of turning and repositioning a bedridden resident every two hours?
• Which statement best describes HIPAA's purpose?
• Which term describes the standard of care and ethics expected of nursing assistants?
• How do you clean a resident's dentures?
• Which concept underpins holistic nursing practice?
• Which term describes integrating body, mind, and spirit in treatment?
• Which term denotes care focusing on maintaining health, preventing illness, and promoting wellness across populations?
• Which is an example of patient care activities?
• Which factor dictates staffing needs based on census and level of care?
• Which two identifiers should you use to correctly identify a resident before providing care?
• What best describes the difference between observation and interpretation in CNA work?
• PPE for contact precautions: name two.
• A CNA's documentation should include ...
• What is an ethics committee?
• Which communication technique helps reduce agitation when a resident is anxious or confused?
• Which of the following best describes 'advance directives' in patient care?
• Which term describes the expectation of ethical behavior and high-quality care among nursing assistants?
• In documenting a resident's pain, which details should be included?
• After obtaining a digital thermometer reading, what should you do with the result?
• What is the purpose of standard precautions in infection control?
• Which term describes the structure through which resident concerns are escalated within the organization?
• What is the correct bed-making technique to prevent skin injury and promote safety?
• What term refers to regulations governing healthcare practices?
• Which statement best describes the primary responsibility of a nursing assistant in a healthcare facility?
• Which term means moral principles guiding nursing practices?
• Which term describes activities of daily living assisted by nursing assistants?
• What are legal limits in nursing assistant practice?
• A CNA observes a resident attempting to sign a document for care, but the resident seems confused. The appropriate action is to ...
• In what situation is it appropriate to use a two-person lift for transfers?
• Which statement about feeding assistance is correct?
• Which term means failure to provide necessary care?
• Which action best supports informed consent in a long-term care setting?
• Which measures help prevent skin breakdown in at-risk residents?
• Highly specialized medical care and procedures is which care?
• Which term refers to the law standardizing nursing assistant training requirements?
• Which term includes guidelines such as autonomy, beneficence, and justice?
• Empowerment in care means encouraging residents to ...
• Which term refers to individuals receiving care in long-term facilities?
• What is the proper technique to prevent cross-contamination when handling dirty linens?
• During a bed bath, which order is correct?
• Which statement about consent before care is correct?
• What is a felony?
• What is the normal resting respiration rate range for an adult?
• Which term means unintentional failure to act?
• Which facility is for end-of-life care and support?
• How would you observe and document a resident's pain level?
• Which statement best describes standard precautions?
• Which term is a law aimed at expanding access to health care coverage?
• If a resident lacks decision-making capacity, who should be involved to determine their care?
• Which term is the state and federal program for low-income individuals?
• How should you respond to a resident who refuses care?
• Which term serves as the overarching ethical guidance for nursing that is formalized?
• What does a holistic nursing assistant emphasize in patient care?
• What is the role of a nursing assistant in medication administration?
• What degree of incline is recommended during meals to reduce aspiration risk?
• What should you do to prevent falls when assisting to restroom?
• Which term describes maintaining professional boundaries to avoid inappropriate familiarity with residents?
• Which term governs professional behavior standards in healthcare settings?
• Which term is a document that guides ethical nursing practices?
• When storing a resident's personal items, which practice best protects privacy?
• Which concept defines what actions a nursing assistant may perform within healthcare settings?
• Which term refers to the expected behaviors for nursing assistants?
• Freedom from mistreatment protects a person from which of the following?
• Which term means licensed nurses overseeing nursing assistant activities?
• Which statement best describes HIPAA?
• Which document provides permission for a medical procedure?
• A nursing assistant should report changes in a resident's condition to the nurse because they are not the primary decision-maker and the nurse coordinates care. Which option best expresses this?
• A resident demonstrates capacity to make a treatment choice when they can ...
• Which term defines standards outlining ethical behavior for healthcare professionals?
• Which term relates to the rights to privacy and safety for residents in care facilities?
• Why is it important to check the water temperature before giving a bath?
• A unit for patients needing less intensive care is which care type?
• Which term describes active participation in residents' care and activities?
• What is a sign of possible infection you should report promptly?
• Which term means being present and attentive to residents' needs?
• What is the proper technique for transferring a dependent resident from bed to chair using a gait belt?
• Which term means addressing feelings constructively with supervisors?
• Which term is the federal program for elderly healthcare coverage?
• What is the correct technique for ambulating a resident with a walker?
• If a CNA suspects a resident is having a side effect from a medication, what should they do?
• How should you respond if a resident becomes dizzy while standing?
• What role does privacy play in resident empowerment for CNA?
• The scope of practice defines which of the following?
• Which term relates to insurance coverage for older adults?
• Which term means maintaining appropriate relationships with residents?
• Which term describes public insurance for individuals over 65 years?
• In supporting resident empowerment, the CNA should...
• Why should you not restrain a resident during a seizure?
• Who oversees nursing assistant activities?
• Which statement best defines informed consent?
• A place for 24-hour supervised living and care is which facility?
• What is the proper technique for giving a back rub as part of a bed bath?
• Which term describes the hierarchy for reporting resident concerns?
• Which of the following describes slander?
• Which level of care is typically accessed by referrals to specialists and handles more complex diagnoses?
• Freedom from coercion ensures which right?
• How should you clean and store dentures?
• What describes the role of an ethics committee?
• What does resident-to-nursing assistant ratio describe?
• Which guideline is appropriate when transferring a resident who cannot assist?
• Which factor helps ensure safe nursing practice within legal standards?
• Freedom from abuse guarantees which right?
• During bed-making, which action supports safety by ensuring accessibility of necessary items?
• During care planning, residents should be encouraged to set goals that are ...
• Which setting provides ongoing supervision and care for residents who do not require hospital care?
• When a resident refuses a recommended treatment, the CNA should ...
• Which term describes the out-of-pocket amount before insurance coverage starts?
• Which term describes a comprehensive approach to care that considers the whole person?
• Which term refers to clear, courteous, and concise interactions with residents?
• When documenting intake and output, which measurements should you track?
• Which storage method is correct for dentures when not in use?
• How do you identify and manage a resident at risk for skin breakdown?
• Which term denotes inappropriate behavior by nursing assistants toward residents?
• When a resident is choking and cannot speak, what is the initial emergency action?
• Which term describes different methods of information exchange in healthcare?