TL;DR
Master the fundamentals of patient nutrition, hydration assessment, and safe feeding assistance. Nutritional care is essential for patient recovery and a key topic on the CNA Written Examination (NNAAP).
Free Nutrition & Elimination Practice Questions
CNA Written Examination (NNAAP) · Basic Nursing Skills
This module covers Nutrition & Elimination as part of the Basic Nursing Skills section, testing your understanding of core concepts and their practical application.
| Exam | CNA Written Examination (NNAAP) |
| Pass Rate | 87% |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Module | Nutrition & Elimination |
Why Nutrition & Elimination matters
Nutrition & Elimination is a commonly tested topic on the CNA Written Examination (NNAAP) because it covers fundamental knowledge required for competent professional practice.
Sample Practice Questions (5)
1. When measuring intake and output (I&O), which of the following is counted as intake?
- Urine
- Vomit
- Soup and juice consumed at a meal
- Wound drainage
2. After feeding a resident, the CNA should keep the resident in an upright position for at least:
- 10 minutes
- 30 minutes
- 60 minutes
- 5 minutes
3. Thickened liquids are ordered for a resident who has:
- Diabetes
- Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)
- A low-sodium diet order
- Constipation
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Start practicing free →4. A resident on a low-sodium diet should AVOID which of the following foods?
- Fresh fruits and vegetables
- Canned soups and processed meats
- Plain rice and pasta
- Fresh chicken breast
5. A resident on a high-potassium diet should be encouraged to eat which of the following foods?
- White rice and saltine crackers
- Bananas, oranges, potatoes, and spinach
- Canned soup and processed lunch meats
- White bread and pasta with butter
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