CNA Nutrition and Fluids Practice Questions

1. A resident’s care plan says “NPO.” What does this mean?

A. No physical activity.
B. Normal portions only.
C. Nothing by mouth.
D. No pillows in bed.

2. During feeding, a resident’s voice sounds wet and gurgly. What may this be a sign of?

A. A normal, full stomach.
B. That the resident is hungry.
C. A room that is too cold.
D. Food or fluid entering the airway.

3. Which meal fits a mechanical soft diet?

A. Ground meat with soft cooked vegetables.
B. A thick steak with a crusty roll.
C. Raw carrots and a handful of nuts.
D. Hard crackers and dried fruit.

4. A resident with swallowing problems has an order for thickened liquids. Why?

A. They have many more calories than water.
B. They taste much better than plain water.
C. They prevent constipation.
D. They are less likely to enter the lungs.

5. While eating, a resident keeps coughing and clearing his throat. What should the CNA do?

A. Give him water to wash the food down quickly.
B. Report it to the nurse right away.
C. Ignore it, since coughing is normal at meals.
D. Offer bigger bites so he can finish sooner.