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CNA CHAPTER 8 EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWER S
(VERIFIED ANSWERS)
Question 1: To help prevent aspiration, residents should
be in the ________ position when eating A.) Upright B.) Lying down C.) Prone D.) Lateral
CORRECT ANSWER: A.) Upright
Question 2: A nursing assistant's duties regarding tube
feedings include A.) Inserting tubes B.) Doing the feedings C.) Observing the feeding and reporting problems D.) Cleaning the tubes
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CORRECT ANSWER: C.) Observing the feeding and
reporting problems
Question 3: Which is the most essential nutrient for life?
A.) Vegetables B.) Water C.) Grains D.) Protein
CORRECT ANSWER: B.) Water
Question 4: Which of the following is a good source of
protein?A.) Corn oil B.) An orange C.) Fish D.) Grape jelly
CORRECT ANSWER: C.) Fish
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Question 5: Which of the following is an example of a
plant-based protein?A.) Salmon B.) Tofu C.) Steak D.) Bacon
CORRECT ANSWER: B.) Tofu
Question 6: According to the USDA's MyPlate icon,
which food groups should make up at least half of a person's plate?A.) Grains and proteins B.) Vegetables and fruits C.) Dairy and proteins D.) Grains and fruits
CORRECT ANSWER: B.) Vegetables and fruits
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Question 7: According to MyPlate, what percentage of
milk fat should a person's dairy choices contain?A.) 0% or 1%
B.) 2%
C.) 3%
D.) 4%
CORRECT ANSWER: A.) 0% to 1%
Question 8: Which of the following is true about food
preferences?A.) Residents are old enough that their preferences will not change B.) It is not important to honor residents' food preferences C.) Education is never a factor in determining food preference D.) Religion might influence food preference