FREE CNA Safety and Infection Control Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the first step a CNA should take to prevent the spread of infection?

Accepted Answer

Perform hand hygiene

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Wear gloves when touching patients

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Use hand sanitizer after patient contact

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Wear a gown when entering a patient’s room

Question 2

When should a CNA wear gloves?

Accepted Answer

When giving a bed bath

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When measuring blood pressure

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When assisting a patient with ambulation

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When feeding a patient

Question 3

A CNA is cleaning a patient’s room after discharge. What is the proper way to handle the soiled linens?

Accepted Answer

Hold the soiled linens away from your uniform and place them in the designated laundry bin

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Shake the linens to remove dirt and dust before placing them in the laundry

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Place the soiled linens on the floor while changing the bed

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Place the soiled linens in a clean, dry container before transferring them to the laundry area

Question 4

Which of the following is an important step when applying personal protective equipment (PPE)?

Accepted Answer

Remove gloves first when taking off PPE

Answer

Gloves should be put on before the gown

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The mask should cover only the mouth, not the nose

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Dispose of all PPE in a regular trash bin

Question 5

A CNA observes a spill on the floor in a patient’s room. What should they do first?

Accepted Answer

Place a wet floor sign and clean up the spill immediately

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Call the housekeeping department

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Wipe the spill with a towel

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Wait for the nurse to give instructions