District of Columbia CNA Vocabulary Game
Exam terms with clues and explanations by OpenExamPrep.
About the District of Columbia CNA Vocabulary Game
A free word game for the District of Columbia CNA exam. Each round shows a clue for one of 20 exam terms across 8 topics. Recall the term, spell it out, then read a short explanation. Rounds pick a random term, so you can keep playing as long as you like.
How to Play
- 1Read the clue and type a term with the right number of letters (3 to 6). Abbreviations count: type the letters only.
- 2Press Check Answer or Enter. Each letter changes color to show how close you are.
- 3You have 6 tries. Stuck? Need a hint? asks the AI tutor for a nudge without giving the term away, and Skip moves to a new term.
- 4After the round, read the explanation, ask the AI to explain it, share your result, or press Next.
- ARight letter, right spot
- AIn the term, wrong spot
- ANot in the term
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Topics in the District of Columbia CNA Vocabulary Game
Basic nursing skills
Personal care skills
Self care and independence
Emotional and mental health
Communication skills
Client rights
Legal and ethical behavior
Health care team
Sources for these terms (26)
- Vital Signs (MedlinePlus health topic) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Sepsis (MedlinePlus health topic) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- 42 CFR 483.152 Requirements for approval of a nurse aide training and competency evaluation program (GovInfo, 2025 edition) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- 42 CFR 483.25 Quality of care (GovInfo, 2025 edition) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Isolation Precautions Guideline: Glossary (CDC) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- 29 CFR 1910.1030 Bloodborne pathogens (OSHA) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- CPR (MedlinePlus health topic) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- 42 CFR 483.24 Quality of life (GovInfo, 2025 edition) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) (FDA) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Pressure Sores (MedlinePlus health topic) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- State Operations Manual Appendix PP: Guidance to Surveyors for Long Term Care Facilities (CMS) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- 21 CFR part 890 Physical medicine devices (GovInfo, 2025 edition) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Mobility Aids (MedlinePlus health topic) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Advance Care Planning: Advance Directives for Health Care (National Institute on Aging) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- TeamSTEPPS Tool: SBAR (AHRQ) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Bereavement (MedlinePlus health topic) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Lewy Body Dementia: Causes, Symptoms, and Diagnosis (National Institute on Aging) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Ostomy (MedlinePlus health topic) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Dehydration (MedlinePlus health topic) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- 17 DCMR Chapter 96: Certified Nurse Aides (District of Columbia Municipal Regulations, updated August 20, 2021) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Medical Orders for Scope of Treatment (MOST) Program (DC Health) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- D.C. Official Code § 21-2221.01: Definitions (MOST Form) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- D.C. Official Code § 7-1901: Definitions (Adult Protective Services) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- D.C. Official Code § 7-1903: Reporting requirements (Adult Protective Services) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- 42 CFR 483.5 Definitions (GovInfo, 2025 edition) · Source checked 2026-11-03
- 42 CFR 483.12 Freedom from abuse, neglect, and exploitation (GovInfo, 2025 edition) · Source checked 2026-11-03
About the DC CNA Exam
The DC CNA exam is administered by Credentia in the NNAAP format: 70 multiple-choice questions (60 scored + 10 pretest, 2 hours) plus a clinical skills demonstration. Passing certifies you for the DC Health Nurse Aide Registry. DC programs follow a 125-hour Board of Nursing model curriculum (65 classroom + 20 lab + 40 clinical). DC mandates 24 hours of CE every 2 years for renewal, including 2 hours of LGBTQ+ cultural competency.
Exam sponsor: Credentia / DC Health (HRLA). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
70 questions
Time Limit
2 hours written + 30 min skills test
Passing Score
Pass written exam + all 5 skills
Reported exam pass rate: 75-80%. estimated DC first-time pass rate This describes exam candidates, not OpenExamPrep users or results from using our resources. Exam sponsor website
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the DC CNA vocabulary game free?
Yes. The game is free to play with no sign-up. Signing in adds AI explanations for any term.
How does the DC CNA vocabulary game work?
Each round shows a clue for one of 20 DC CNA terms. Guess the term in six tries: green means the right letter in the right spot, yellow means the letter is in the term but in another spot, and gray means it is not in the term. After the round, read the explanation and play the next term.
Where do the DC CNA terms come from?
OpenExamPrep researched each term from the Credentia / DC Health (HRLA) content outline and primary sources, listed under Sources on this page. The game is independent study material, not an official exam resource.
Who administers the DC CNA exam?
Credentia administers the DC CNA competency exam (NNAAP format) on behalf of DC Health's Health Regulation and Licensing Administration (HRLA). The exam has two parts: a 70-question written test (60 scored + 10 pretest, 2 hours) and a clinical skills demonstration. After passing, you are listed on the DC Nurse Aide Registry.
What are DC's CNA training requirements?
DC-approved CNA programs must use the DC Board of Nursing model curriculum, which totals 125 hours: 65 classroom, 20 lab and 40 clinical hours. That is well above the federal 75-hour minimum. Training programs must be approved by DC Health.