CNA Practice Test
Vital signs and reportingQuestion 1343 of 1700

For which person is an axillary temperature commonly used?

  1. An adult with a fever of unknown cause
  2. A resident with an ear infection
  3. An adult with impaired cognition
  4. A resident who has a fistula
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Correct answer: An adult with impaired cognition

This method is gentle and suits people who may not manage the mouth or ear methods.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 7.4: Obtaining Vital Signs

Practice vital signs and reporting

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026