CNA Practice Test
Vital signs and reportingQuestion 518 of 1700

What do you do with the scale before a resident steps on it?

  1. Set it to 50 pounds before you start
  2. Balance the scale to zero first
  3. Cover it with a clean towel for comfort
  4. Wipe it with water and a damp cloth
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Correct answer: Balance the scale to zero first

The scale must be zeroed first.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 7.12: Skills Checklist- Measuring Weight for Ambulatory Residents

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026