Legal and Ethical Behavior CNA Practice Test With Answers
This practice test helps you get comfortable with the rules CNAs are expected to follow every day. You will work through realistic situations about privacy, resident rights, professional boundaries, and when to report concerns. Each question is designed to closely resemble what you will see on the CNA written exam.
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Test Details
Total Questions:
- 20 questions
Time Allotted
- Unlimited (self-paced)
Question Type
- Multiple Choice
Content Area
- Legal and Ethical Behavior
This Legal and Ethical Behavior Practice Test Is Built for Real CNA Judgment
Legal and ethical behavior on the CNA exam is less about definitions and more about what you do first in real scenarios. Questions test if you can protect resident rights, keep information private, and stay within your role without overstepping.
This practice set helps you make safer choices on the job: handling consent and refusals, maintaining dignity during care, and knowing when something must be reported right away. You will also learn to spot common traps, like trying to assess or diagnose, ignoring policy, or dealing with issues alone instead of involving the nurse.
This practice set is prepared & reviewed by:
Kailey R.
CNA Instuctor
Molly W.
Registered Nurse
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Common Questions We Always Get
These FAQs help you choose the safest CNA answer by focusing on privacy, resident rights, scope of practice, and when to report concerns.
What does legal and ethical behavior mean for a CNA?
It means following laws, facility rules, and patient rights while doing the right thing even when no one is watching. On tests, choose answers that protect safety, dignity, and privacy.
What is the safest action if you are unsure whether a task is allowed?
Do not do the task and ask the nurse for guidance. Staying in your scope of practice is a top legal issue on CNA exams.
How should a CNA respond if a resident refuses care?
Stop, stay respectful, and notify the nurse right away. Never argue, threaten, or force care.
What is considered a HIPAA violation for a CNA?
Sharing patient info with anyone who does not need it, including friends or family, is a violation. Avoid discussing residents in public areas or on social media.
When must a CNA report suspected abuse or neglect?
Report it immediately to the nurse or supervisor based on policy, even if you are not 100% sure. Waiting for proof can put the resident at risk and get you in trouble.
What should a CNA do after a fall or injury happens?
Stay with the resident, call for the nurse, and follow safety steps like not moving them if injury is possible. Report facts only and document per facility policy.
Can a CNA accept gifts or money from a resident?
Usually no, because it can be seen as favoritism or exploitation. If anything is offered, decline politely and inform your supervisor.
What are professional boundaries in CNA work?
They are limits that keep the relationship focused on care, not friendship or romance. Tests usually flag sharing personal contact info, borrowing money, or private visits as wrong.
What is the correct way to document care legally?
Chart only what you saw and did, using clear facts and the correct time. Never guess, blame, or change a record later.
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