STNA MCQ 2

Question 1

A resident refuses to take their prescribed medication. What should the nurse aide do first?

Accepted Answer

Report the refusal to the nurse immediately

Answer

Medication refusal must be reported to the nurse immediately so appropriate action can be taken.

Question 2

When performing passive range-of-motion exercises, the nurse aide should move each joint:

Accepted Answer

Only to the point of resistance or pain

Answer

Joints should be moved through their range of motion only to the point of resistance or pain to prevent injury.

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of a resident's psychosocial need?

Accepted Answer

Opportunities for socialization and companionship

Answer

Psychosocial needs include emotional, social, and mental well-being, such as socialization and companionship.

Question 4

A nurse aide notices a resident has a red, non-blanchable area on their coccyx. This is most likely a:

Accepted Answer

Stage 1 pressure injury

Answer

A Stage 1 pressure injury presents as intact skin with non-blanchable redness over a bony prominence.

Question 5

When a resident is on aspiration precautions, the nurse aide should position them during meals at:

Accepted Answer

90-degree angle (fully upright) or as close as possible

Answer

A 90-degree upright position minimizes the risk of aspiration during meals.

STNA - State Tested Nurse Aides Exam Practice Test