STNA Trivia 2

Question 1

What does the acronym 'CNA' stand for in the healthcare field?

Accepted Answer

Certified Nursing Assistant

Answer

CNA stands for Certified Nursing Assistant, the credential held after passing the state competency exam.

Question 2

Which federal law established minimum standards for nursing assistant training and testing?

Accepted Answer

OBRA 1987

Answer

The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) of 1987 mandated minimum training hours and competency testing for nursing assistants.

Question 3

How many hours of training does federal law require as a minimum for nursing assistant programs?

Accepted Answer

75 hours

Answer

Federal law under OBRA 1987 requires a minimum of 75 hours of training for nursing assistants.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of a nursing assistant's scope of practice?

Accepted Answer

To define the tasks an NA is legally permitted to perform

Answer

Scope of practice outlines the specific tasks and responsibilities a nursing assistant is legally authorized to carry out.

Question 5

Which of the following is considered a 'vital sign' that nursing assistants routinely measure?

Accepted Answer

Body temperature

Answer

Body temperature is one of the four primary vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure) measured by nursing assistants.

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