CNA Practice Test
Personal careQuestion 300 of 1700

For which resident is a complete bed bath the best choice?

  1. A resident who can stand with supervision in a shower
  2. A fully independent resident with an order for oatmeal
  3. A resident with much pain who has trouble leaving bed
  4. A resident who only wants a quick wash of the face
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Correct answer: A resident with much pain who has trouble leaving bed

Bed baths are for residents who cannot get out of bed easily, have much pain, or have other issues that make other baths hard.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 5.6: Types of Baths and Techniques

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026