TL;DR
Master the measurement and interpretation of vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure. Accurate vital sign assessment is foundational to patient care and a heavily tested topic on the CNA Written Examination (NNAAP).
Free Vital Signs & Measurement Practice Questions
CNA Written Examination (NNAAP) · Basic Nursing Skills
This module covers Vital Signs & Measurement 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 | Vital Signs & Measurement |
Why Vital Signs & Measurement matters
Vital Signs & Measurement questions appear frequently on the CNA Written Examination (NNAAP) because accurate assessment is the foundation of all clinical decision-making.
Sample Practice Questions (5)
1. A rectal temperature of 100.6°F would correspond to approximately what oral temperature?
- 101.6°F
- 100.6°F
- 99.6°F
- 98.6°F
2. When counting respirations, the CNA should NOT tell the resident because:
- It is against facility policy
- The resident may consciously alter their breathing pattern
- The resident might hold their breath permanently
- It saves time during the measurement
3. When taking an axillary temperature, the CNA should expect the reading to be:
- The same as an oral temperature
- One degree Fahrenheit higher than an oral temperature
- One degree Fahrenheit lower than an oral temperature
- Two degrees Fahrenheit lower than an oral temperature
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- Axillary temperature
- Oral temperature
- Core (internal) body temperature
- Skin surface temperature
5. When measuring blood pressure, the CNA places the stethoscope over which artery?
- Radial artery at the wrist
- Brachial artery at the inner aspect of the elbow
- Carotid artery at the neck
- Femoral artery at the groin
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