Geriatric Nurse Aide (GNA) Practice Exam

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• What should the nurse aide avoid to protect a client's right to privacy?
• Why should pillows be used for a client placed in a side-lying position?
• What should a nurse aide say when a visitor enters the room while changing a client?
• A client asks, "Am I going to die?" What should be the nurse aide's best response?
• If an alert and oriented client touches a nurse aide inappropriately, what should the nurse aide do?
• When assisting a client with oral care, what safety precaution should be taken for an unconscious client?
• What should a nurse aide do if they suspect a client has been abused?
• What is the primary action the nurse aide should take to promote independence when feeding a client?
• If a hearing aid is not in use, what should be done with the battery?
• In what situation is it appropriate to assist a client in moving up in bed without assistance?
• If a client is very agitated and needs to be transferred with a mechanical lift, what should the nurse aide do?
• For a client who is paralyzed on one side, where should the nurse aide place the signaling device?
• What is a key responsibility of a nurse aide in maintaining client comfort?
• If a client requests to contact their minister, how should the nurse aide respond?
• What is the first action the nurse aide should take if an electrical shaver begins to spark and smoke?
• During client care, what is the most important factor for maintaining client dignity?
• When caring for a vision-impaired client, what should the nurse aide do?
• What technique should a nurse aide use when giving a back rub?
• If a client enjoys playing Bingo each morning, what should the nurse aide consider during scheduling?
• How can nurse aides provide clients with a sense of security?
• What should the nurse aide do if a client starts to choke?
• How should the female perineum be cleansed to ensure proper hygiene?
• Before assisting a client into a bath or shower, what should the nurse aide do first?
• What should the nurse aide do if a client starts to choke and turns blue during dinner?
• What is the first thing a nurse aide should do when changing a client's ostomy bag?
• When must a nurse aide wear gloves?
• How should the nurse aide position a client when instructed to place them in the supine position?
• Which essential action should a nurse aide take to ensure a safe environment for clients with mobility issues?
• What is the total liquid intake for a client who drinks 240 mL of soup, 120 mL of coffee, and 90 mL of juice?
• When taking an oral temperature, where should the thermometer be placed?
• How should a nurse aide communicate effectively with a client's family?
• What is considered the best type of razor to use when shaving a diabetic client?
• What is the primary goal of a nurse aide when assisting clients with daily living activities?
• What should be done if a client's hearing aids are not being used?
• When caring for a client from another country, what is the appropriate action for the nurse aide?
• Which activity is considered part of the nurse aide's responsibilities?
• When assisting with mouth care, which action should the nurse aide take?
• The MOST important aspect of care for a client with a cast is to...
• After a client uses the toilet, red streaks are noticed in the stool. What should the nurse aide do?
• What is the correct method to lift an object using good body mechanics?
• Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the nurse aide for fire prevention?
• What should a nurse aide put on a client's feet when helping them walk from the bed to a chair?
• During a shift, what is important for a nurse aide to keep track of?
• In which position should the nurse aide place an unconscious client when giving oral care?
• Which client observation should be reported immediately to the nurse?
• Which aspects of nutrition should GNAs focus on for their patients?
• What is an appropriate response if a client shows confusion regarding their care?
• When lifting a patient from different surfaces, what position should the nurse aide maintain?
• To determine the type of diet a client should follow, the nurse aide should check...
• To safely move a client up in bed, what should the nurse aide do first?
• Which right is included in the client's bill of rights?
• Where should a nurse aide place their fingertips when taking a client's radial pulse?
• What should be the focus of a Geriatric Nurse Aide's care?
• What is the primary goal of encouraging self-feeding in a client?
• What should the nurse aide do FIRST if they discover a client's property has been stolen?
• What is the best way to provide emotional support to a distressed client?
• Which action is NOT appropriate when making an occupied bed?
• What action should be prioritized if a client expresses feelings of anxiety?
• What is the best way for a nurse aide to respond to a client's emotional needs when they ask for their minister?
• When assisting a client with grievances, to whom should the nurse aide report the issue?
• Which health care team member helps a client gain skills for activities of daily living?
• What should a nurse aide do if they notice a broken side rail while making an empty bed?
• What is the primary benefit of frequent turning and repositioning of clients?
• Which personal protective equipment should be worn while handling soiled linen?
• When applying elastic stockings to a client, the BEST position for the client is...
• What should the nurse aide do if they discover a client has been given the wrong medication?
• Which action is appropriate when serving food to a client with swallowing difficulties?
• Which statement might indicate that a client is considering suicide?
• What is the purpose of repositioning clients every two hours?
• When a client with Alzheimer’s wanders and moves belongings, what should the nurse aide do?