STNA Random 3

Question 1

When measuring a resident's radial pulse, the nurse aide should count for:

Accepted Answer

30 seconds and multiply by 2 (or full 60 seconds if irregular)

Answer

A 30-second count multiplied by 2 is acceptable for regular rhythms; a full 60 seconds is required when the rhythm is irregular.

Question 2

A resident with dysphagia is most at risk for:

Accepted Answer

Aspiration pneumonia

Answer

Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) increases the risk of food or liquid entering the airway, causing aspiration pneumonia.

Question 3

Which of the following is a sign of dehydration in an elderly resident?

Accepted Answer

Decreased skin turgor and concentrated urine

Answer

Poor skin turgor and dark, concentrated urine are classic signs that the body lacks adequate fluid.

Question 4

When using a gait belt to assist a resident, it should be placed:

Accepted Answer

Around the resident's waist over clothing

Answer

A gait belt is secured snugly at the waist over clothing to provide a safe handhold during ambulation.

Question 5

A resident tells a nurse aide, 'I feel like my heart is skipping beats.' The nurse aide should:

Accepted Answer

Immediately report this complaint to the nurse

Answer

Palpitations may indicate a cardiac issue and must be reported to the nurse promptly for evaluation.

STNA - State Tested Nurse Aides Exam Practice Test