STNA Cheat Sheet 2026

The 30 highest-yield STNA facts, distilled from real exam questions. Print it, save it as a PDF, or study it here — free, no sign-up.

1. A resident tells you they want to file a complaint about their care. What is the nursing assistant's responsibility? → Inform the resident of their right to contact the ombudsman
2. A resident's family member demands to see their loved one's medical chart. What should the nursing assistant do? → Direct them to the charge nurse or administrator
3. Which of the following demonstrates a barrier to effective communication? → Responding to the patient by saying “Don’t worry your doctor always knows best”
4. A resident who recently lost a spouse is crying and says they do not want to talk. The best response is to: → Sit quietly with the resident and offer presence
5. The nursing assistant should verify the water's temperature before getting a client ready for a hot Sitz bath. It is desirable for the water to be at: → from 95°F to 110°F
6. Considering the resident's activity, which of the following sets of vital signs should be reported to the charge immediately? → Resting: 98.6* 98-32
7. What is the purpose of a resident's advance directive? → To document the resident's wishes for end-of-life care
8. Before touching a resident who is crying to offer comfort, the nurse aide should consider: → The resident's cultural background.
9. The nursing assistant is aware that all of the following are required when helping the patient go from their bed to a chair, with the exception of: → Urge the resident to turn around on their own with little help.
10. What is the minimum requirement before applying a restraint in a long-term care facility? → A physician order plus informed consent from the resident or legal representative
11. A resident who uses a wheelchair wants to self-propel to the dining room but it will make them late for the meal. What should the CNA do? → Allow the resident to self-propel and notify dietary if they will be late
12. The MOST serious problem that wrinkles in bedclothes can cause is: → Decubitus ulcers
13. Which of the following is true about caring for a resident who wears a hearing aid? → Remove the hearing aid before showering.
14. Which of the following options is NOT an age-related condition that all residents must adapt to? → Inability to learn new skills
15. Which of the following statements is true about residents who are restrained? → They are at a greater risk of developing pressure sores.
16. A resident who is alert and oriented declines a bath. What is the appropriate response? → Respect the refusal, offer alternatives, and document and report
17. Which of the following is a right that is included in the Resident's Bill of Rights? → To make decisions and participate in own care.
18. A resident tells you another resident is hitting them. What is the CNA's first action? → Ensure the resident's immediate safety and report to the nurse at once
19. When lifting a heavy object, the correct method would be to bend at the: → Knees, keeping your back straight.
20. A resident's religious dietary restrictions are not being followed by the kitchen. What should the CNA do? → Report the issue to the nurse or dietary supervisor immediately
21. A resident asks to go outside alone in cold weather. What should the CNA do? → Check the care plan and assist per its guidelines, then notify the nurse
22. All long-term-care nurse aides must be competency evaluated and must complete a distinct education course, These requirements are set by: → OBRA
23. Which of the following things should you do to familiarize a new client with his or her surroundings? → Show the client where the call light is and how to work it.
24. In the long-term care facility, the family members should be asked to: → Attend care-planning meetings.
25. A customer is wearing a face mask for oxygen therapy. For this client, which of the following is contraindicated? → shave using an electric blade.
26. Which of the following is considered a normal age-related change? → Bladder holding less urine
27. You are assigned a hemiplegia patient. Which of the following options BEST describes what the patient’s medical condition is? → The patient’s entire right side of his or her body is paralyzed
28. When changing a patient who is incontinent, what safety gear should be worn? → gown and gloves.
29. Which of the following options is NOT when you would use a gait belt on a patient? → When you are moving a patient from the supine position to the Sim’s position
30. A person drinks 1 cup of apple juice with their breakfast. How many milliliters should be recorded? → 240 mL