CNM Study Guide 2026
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📋 CNM Exam Format at a Glance
📚 CNM Topics to Study (22)
✍️ Sample CNM Questions & Answers
1. Household employers in the US are generally required to pay the employer share of which payroll taxes?
Household employers must pay the employer share of FICA taxes (Social Security and Medicare) and FUTA once wages exceed the annual threshold.
2. Why is it crucial to perform regular safety drills in childcare settings?
Performing regular safety drills in childcare settings is crucial to ensure preparedness and efficiency during real emergencies. Drills help children and caregivers practice emergency procedures, reducing panic and increasing the likelihood of a swift and organized response. This repeated practice builds muscle memory and familiarity, making everyone more effective when a genuine crisis occurs.
3. Which of the following foods is appropriate to offer a 10-month-old in a baby-led weaning approach?
Foods offered to infants in BLW must be soft enough to squish between adult fingers to eliminate choking risk.
4. What is the 'nanny tax'?
The 'nanny tax' refers to the employer payroll tax obligations that arise when a family pays a household employee above the IRS threshold.
5. Which nutrient is most commonly deficient in toddlers who drink excessive amounts of cow's milk?
Excessive milk consumption fills toddlers up and displaces iron-rich solid foods, leading to iron-deficiency anemia.
6. A 14-month-old toddler is eating mostly pureed foods and resisting textures. The CNM should:
Gradual texture progression supported by professionals helps toddlers develop oral motor skills and prevents long-term feeding difficulties.