WorksheetsMO CNA Knowledge Exam Vocab Quiz #1
Total questions: 32
Worksheet time: 16mins
What does the term "adduction" refer to in basic nursing terminology?
Movement away from the midline of the body
Movement toward the midline of the body
Rotation of a limb
Bending a joint
What is an "abductor wedge" used for?
To keep legs together after surgery
To separate legs and maintain proper hip alignment
To support the neck
To elevate the arm
What is the best definition of "accidents" in a healthcare setting?
Planned events
Unintentional events that may cause harm
Scheduled procedures
Routine activities
Which of the following best describes "activities" in a nursing home?
Only physical exercises
Events or tasks that engage residents
Medication administration
Cleaning duties
What are "adaptive services"?
Services that help residents adjust to new environments
Services that provide equipment or modifications for independence
Services for only children
Services for only staff
What does "ADL" stand for?
Advanced Disease Level
Activities of Daily Living
Adult Daycare License
Assisted Device List
Which of the following is the purpose of "advance directives"?
To provide medication instructions
To state a person's wishes about medical care if they cannot speak for themselves
To schedule daily activities
To assign a roommate
What does "affected side" refer to?
The side of the body that is stronger
The side of the body that is weaker or injured
The side of the body with a tattoo
The side of the body with a bandage
What does "agitation" mean in a healthcare context?
Calmness
Restlessness or emotional disturbance
Deep sleep
Hunger
Which of the following is an example of an "airborne transmitted disease"?
Tuberculosis
Diabetes
Arthritis
Hypertension
What does "ambulation" refer to?
Feeding a patient
Assisting a patient to walk
Bathing a patient
Measuring blood pressure
Which condition is characterized by a low red blood cell count?
Angina
Anemia
Aphasia
Apnea
What is "angina"?
Pain in the chest due to reduced blood flow to the heart
Pain in the legs
Pain in the abdomen
Pain in the back
What is the purpose of "anti-embolic stockings"?
To keep feet warm
To prevent blood clots in the legs
To support the back
To cover wounds
What are "antibiotics" used to treat?
Viral infections
Bacterial infections
Fungal infections
Allergies
What does "aphasia" mean?
Loss of ability to speak or understand language
Loss of vision
Loss of hearing
Loss of movement
What is "apnea"?
Difficulty swallowing
Temporary cessation of breathing
Rapid heartbeat
High blood pressure
What does "aseptic" mean?
Free from infection or germs
Full of bacteria
Covered in dust
Wet
What does "atrophy" mean?
Increase in muscle size
Wasting away or decrease in size of a body part
Swelling of tissues
Bruising
Which of the following is a "basic need" according to Maslow's hierarchy?
Self-actualization
Food and water
Friendship
Achievement
Why is "bed height" important in nursing care?
For decoration
To ensure safety and ease of care
To make the room look bigger
To keep the bed clean
What is a "bedpan" used for?
To serve food
To collect urine or feces from a person in bed
To wash hands
To store linens
What does "bedrest" mean?
The patient is allowed to walk freely
The patient must remain in bed
The patient can sit in a chair
The patient can go outside
What is the goal of "bladder training"?
To increase appetite
To help a person regain control of urination
To improve memory
To strengthen leg muscles
What is a "bloodborne pathogen"?
A germ that is spread through the air
A microorganism that is spread through contact with blood
A type of medication
A dietary supplement
Which of the following is considered a "body fluid"?
Sweat
Saliva
Blood
All of the above
What does "body mechanics" refer to?
The study of machines
The way the body moves and maintains balance
The process of digestion
The function of the heart
What is "body temperature" a measure of?
The amount of blood in the body
The degree of heat in the body
The speed of breathing
The strength of muscles
What is a "bowel program" designed to do?
Help a person regain control of bowel movements
Increase appetite
Improve memory
Strengthen leg muscles
What is "burnout" in the context of healthcare workers?
A type of skin rash
Physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress
A type of infection
A type of exercise
A word at the beginning of a word is called a?
Prefix
Combining Vowel
Suffix
Root Word
What does "Brady-" mean?
Understated
Slow
Stop
Movement
