86,762 verified 4-option questions Double-checked by independent solution

CNA · Study Guide

CNA Study Guide

Short lessons written for the CNA, each followed by practice questions on the same topic.

What is included

61 lessons in 9 sections: Activities of Daily Living, Basic Nursing Skills, Self-Care and Independence, Emotional and Mental Health Needs, Spiritual and Cultural Needs, Communication, Client Rights, Legal and Ethical Behavior, Member of the Health Care Team
Audio in English and Spanish for every lesson, with the section being read highlighted
Spanish text for every lesson
Check yourself questions with explanations in every lesson
1,213 flashcards for quick review
2,833 CNA practice questions with explanations

Activities of Daily Living

7 lessons · 46 min

Bathing, Skin Observation and Dressing6 min readOpen lesson Mouth Care, Dentures and Grooming6 min read Feeding Assistance, Special Diets and Fluid Intake7 min read Toileting, Bedpans, Urinals and Elimination Routines7 min read Perineal Care, Incontinence, Drainage Bags and Ostomies6 min read Transfers, Ambulation, Positioning and Range of Motion7 min read Comfort, Pain Relief, Rest and Sleep7 min read

Basic Nursing Skills

13 lessons · 82 min

Standard Precautions, Hand Hygiene and PPE6 min readOpen lesson Isolation Precautions, Bed Making, Linens and Biohazard Waste6 min read Measuring Temperature, Pulse and Respirations7 min read Measuring Blood Pressure, Height and Weight6 min read Intake and Output, Specimens and Catheter Care7 min read Observing, Reporting and Recording Changes and Pain8 min read Pressure Injury Prevention, Positioning and Range of Motion6 min read Safe Transfers, Gait Belts and Body Mechanics6 min read Fall Prevention, Restraints, Dementia and Sensory Safety7 min read Emergency Response, Choking and Seizures6 min read Fire Safety, Evacuation and Oxygen Precautions6 min read Admission, Discharge, Surgical and Postmortem Care5 min read Warm and Cold Applications and Anti-Embolism Stockings6 min read

Self-Care and Independence

6 lessons · 37 min

Restorative Care: Promoting Independence and Self-Care5 min readOpen lesson Range-of-Motion Exercises: Types and Joint Movements7 min read Safe Range of Motion and Contracture Prevention6 min read Body Alignment, Positioning and Immobility Complications6 min read Ambulation, Transfers and Mobility Devices7 min read Adaptive Equipment, Splints, Orthoses and Prostheses6 min read

Emotional and Mental Health Needs

7 lessons · 41 min

Emotional Adjustment, Self-Esteem and Coping5 min readOpen lesson Depression, Anxiety, Withdrawal and Self-Harm6 min read Grief, Dying and Respectful End-of-Life Care6 min read Dementia: Behavior, Communication and Orientation6 min read Hallucinations, Agitation, Wandering and Repetitive Behaviors6 min read Behavior Changes, Emotional Distress and Setting Limits6 min read Mental Illness, Intellectual Disabilities and Social Interaction6 min read

Spiritual and Cultural Needs

4 lessons · 22 min

Respecting Religious Beliefs and Spiritual Practices5 min readOpen lesson Culturally Respectful Personal Care, Food and Modesty7 min read Communicating Across Cultures and Avoiding Bias5 min read Family Roles, Illness Beliefs and End-of-Life Customs5 min read

Communication

7 lessons · 42 min

Verbal and Nonverbal Communication5 min readOpen lesson Therapeutic Listening, Clear Speech and Checking Understanding6 min read Communicating with Hearing, Vision and Speech Impairments6 min read Communicating with Cognitively Impaired or Upset Residents6 min read Families, Cultural Differences and Interpreters7 min read Reporting Observations and Documenting Care7 min read Team Communication, Handoff, Chain of Command and Privacy5 min read

Client Rights

6 lessons · 35 min

Autonomy, Informed Consent and the Right to Refuse6 min readOpen lesson Privacy, Dignity and Confidentiality6 min read Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation and Personal Property7 min read Restraint Rights and Alternatives to Restraints6 min read Personal Choices: Routines, Clothing, Meals, Faith and Activities5 min read Grievances, Visitors, Mail and Freedom from Discrimination5 min read

Legal and Ethical Behavior

5 lessons · 32 min

Scope of Practice and Legal Responsibilities6 min readOpen lesson Confidentiality, HIPAA, Records and Documentation7 min read Recognizing and Reporting Abuse and Neglect7 min read Financial Exploitation, Property, Boundaries and Gifts5 min read Refusal, Advance Directives and Legal Wrongs7 min read

Member of the Health Care Team

6 lessons · 36 min

Health Care Team Roles, Scope of Practice and Delegation5 min readOpen lesson Care Plans, Assignments and Prioritizing Care5 min read Reporting, Documentation and Objective Observations6 min read Chain of Command, Shift Reports and Confidential Communication8 min read Professional Conduct, Appearance and Accountability6 min read Teamwork, Conflict and Constructive Feedback6 min read

Study guide included with CNA plans

Every lesson in full, the audio, Check yourself questions and the full CNA practice bank in one account.

1 month~~$38.99~~ $19.49
3 months~~$113.99~~ $56.99
Lifetime~~$233.99~~ $116.99

One payment, no subscription.

See CNA plans

Already a member? Log in

Sample lessons: Bathing, Skin Observation and Dressing · Standard Precautions, Hand Hygiene and PPE · Restorative Care: Promoting Independence and Self-Care · Emotional Adjustment, Self-Esteem and Coping · Respecting Religious Beliefs and Spiritual Practices · Verbal and Nonverbal Communication · Autonomy, Informed Consent and the Right to Refuse · Scope of Practice and Legal Responsibilities · Health Care Team Roles, Scope of Practice and Delegation

Original lessons written for CNA practice. Exam names are trademarks of their owners; tests.global is not affiliated with them.