Hartman CNA Test Review

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Using good body mechanics includes: Twisting at the waist, Carrying objects far away from the body, Standing with the legs shoulder-width apart, Keeping knees locked when lifting

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Standing with the legs shoulder-width apart

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HIV can be transmitted

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To a fetus by an infected mother

Front

Which of the following is a function of the nervous system? Gives the body shape and structure, Provides a natural protective covering to the body, Senses and interprets information from outside the body, Produces and supplies antibodies and other infection-fighting blood cells

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Senses and interprets information from outside the body

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The single most important thing you can do to prevent the spread of disease is to:

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Wash your hands

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During a seizure an NA should:

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Keep the resident safe

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What is one way a nursing assistant can promote a resident’s independence? Options: Finishing a resident’s task if he takes longer than ten minutes to complete it, Allowing a resident to do a task by himself no matter how long it takes him, Deciding where a resident should sit in the dining room, Deciding what a resident should wear for the day

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Allowing a resident to do a task by himself no matter how long it takes him

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What does the abbreviation “NPO” mean?

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Nothing by mouth

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When leaving a resident’s room, a nursing assistant should: Restock supplies and leave the call light within reach

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Restock supplies and leave the call light within reach

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When is a resident with cancer most likely to suffer from nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, hair loss, and decreased resistance to infection? Options: During surgery, When undergoing radiation or chemotherapy, After recovery from treatment, While receiving palliative care

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When undergoing radiation or chemotherapy

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Standard precautions should be practiced:

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On every single person in your care