Exam Content

•  The CNA exam comprises of a written section and a practical test portion

•  The written section comprises of basic nursing, daily duties with patients, patient rights, communication skills, and patient emotional needs.

•  The practical portion of the CAN exams includes:

•  Measure vital signs, pulse, blood pressure and respiration

•  Perform duties such as making a bed, with and without a patient in it

•  Perform regular duties such as moving a patient, assisting with dressing, moving patients into a wheel chair, and responding to common emergencies

Exam Structure

•  The CNA exam comprises of a written section and a practical test portion

•  The written section is multiple choice format

•  The written section is timed for 2 hours

•  After the written questions, candidates will take turns for the practical test portion

•  Candidates are usually asked to come with a helper for this section but sometimes, a model may be provided

•  Candidates are not told in advance the practical skills on which they will be tested

Other Information

•  Exam fee for the CNA exams are set by each state board of nursing