CNA Practice Test 1 | 30+ Free Nursing Assistant Questions

Get yourself prepared for 2025 CNA written test. Our first CNA practice test contains 30 questions similar to the actual CNA exam. Take this free mock test to boost your confidence check your readiness. You’ll see your score, answers, and explanation when you submit this test (last question).


1. To ensure accurate weight measurements, when should a client be weighed?

 
 
 
 

2. Physical restraints are most commonly used to:

 
 
 
 

3. What is the most effective method to prevent the spread of germs in a healthcare setting?

 
 
 
 

4. The nursing care plan indicates “Transfer with mechanical lift,” but the client is very agitated. What should the nursing assistant do to transfer the client safely?

 
 
 
 

5. How many tips does a quad-cane base have?

 
 
 
 

6. While making an empty bed, the nurse aide notices a broken side rail. What should the nurse aide do?

 
 
 
 

7. A patient on a bowel regimen has not had a bowel movement in 4 days. What should you do next?

 
 
 
 

8. Which of the following is an example of subjective data?

 
 
 
 

9. Which of the following is most effective in reducing pressure on bony prominences?

 
 
 
 

10. If a patient is lying in the supine position, what is the position of their bed?

 
 
 
 

11. Which of the following is important when caring for a diabetic patient?

 
 
 
 

12. You have a patient on strict dysphagia precautions. The cafeteria sent her up a lunch tray. Which item would you question if it arrived on the patient’s tray?

 
 
 
 

13. Which of the following is the most effective method for a nursing assistant to prevent infection?

 
 
 
 

14. MRSA is an example of which of the following?

 
 
 
 

15. Which of the following is NOT considered a form of client restraint?

 
 
 
 

16. You need to use a Hoyer lift to transfer a patient who requires two assistants. While preparing, the patient asks, “Are you going to get someone to help you?” What is the best response?

 
 
 
 

17. Which action by a nursing assistant could be classified as battery?

 
 
 
 

18. The nursing assistant is asked to apply a prescription ointment to a resident’s skin. Which of the following actions should the nursing assistant take?

 
 
 
 

19. To prevent pulling on the catheter when turning a male client, where should the catheter tube be taped?

 
 
 
 

20. Which type of fire can safely be extinguished with water?

 
 
 
 

21. A nursing assistant notices multiple unexplained bruises on a resident, along with the refusal to answer questions and decline in participation with ADLs, leading to concerns about possible abuse. What should the nursing assistant do next?

 
 
 
 

22. Which of the following skin care actions is correct for a nursing assistant to take while caring for a resident?

 
 
 
 

23. Which of the following tasks is outside the scope of practice for a nursing assistant?

 
 
 
 

24. When assisting a client who is recovering from a stroke to walk, where should the nurse aide position themselves?

 
 
 
 

25. What is one reason why performing post-mortem care is essential?

 
 
 
 

26. To convert four ounces (oz) of liquid to milliliters (mL), the nurse aide should multiply four by:

 
 
 
 

27. What should be done with clean bed linen placed in a client’s room but not used?

 
 
 
 

28. Why are side rails on a client’s bed padded?

 
 
 
 

29. The nursing assistant is preparing to assist a resident with eating. Which of the following actions should the nursing assistant take to promote safety?

 
 
 
 

30. The nursing assistant observes that a resident’s fingernails are yellow and brittle. What should the nursing assistant do next?

 
 
 
 

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