STNA Random 5

Question 1

A nurse aide is performing postmortem care. Which action is correct?

Accepted Answer

Treat the body with dignity and follow facility policy

Answer

Postmortem care must be performed with respect for the deceased, following facility policies for documentation and family consideration.

Question 2

A resident with hemiplegia following a stroke has weakness on the left side. When dressing this resident, the nurse aide should:

Accepted Answer

Dress the weak left side first, then the strong right side

Answer

Dressing the affected (weaker) side first makes it easier to maneuver clothing over the limb with limited mobility.

Question 3

Which of the following statements about standard precautions is accurate?

Accepted Answer

They should be used with all residents regardless of diagnosis

Answer

Standard precautions assume all body fluids are potentially infectious and must be applied with every resident.

Question 4

A resident complains of chest pain and difficulty breathing. The nurse aide's priority action is to:

Accepted Answer

Call the nurse immediately and stay with the resident

Answer

Chest pain and dyspnea are potential emergencies; calling the nurse immediately while staying with the resident ensures rapid response.

Question 5

When positioning a resident in the lateral (side-lying) position, a pillow should be placed:

Accepted Answer

Between the knees and under the top arm and head

Answer

Pillows between the knees and under the top arm reduce pressure on bony prominences and maintain proper body alignment.

STNA - State Tested Nurse Aides Exam Practice Test