HHA Exam

(1) When lifting objects, you should hold them closely and avoid twisting. *

True False

(2) Following universal precautions protects you from blood borne exposures. *

True False

(3) Passive ranges of motion exercises are those done by the patient. *

True False

(4) In a disaster it is important to stay in touch with the community conditions and your supervisor. *

True False

(5) Dehydration is the condition when too many fluids are taken in. *

True False

(6) To provide the safest care to patients, you should always ask your supervisor for assistance if you do not know how to do something. *

True False

(7) A patient's nutrition intake is important for the healing process. *

True False

(8) When providing home care, staff should wear a gown if body fluids are likely to splash. *

True False

(9) A patient may be permitted to smoke when there is oxygen being used in the home. *

True False

(10) Clients have rights and responsibilities when receiving home care services. *

True False

(11) Grease fires should be extinguished with water. *

True False

(12) Constipation occurs from lack of fiber and water. *

True False

(13) Wiping up spills *

Prevents swelling Prevents accidental ingestion Prevents falls Prevents skin breakdown

(14) Elevate legs *

Prevents swelling Prevents accidental ingestion Prevents falls Prevents skin breakdown

(15) Keep dampness from broken plugs. *

Prevents accidental ingestion Prevents falls Prevents skin breakdown Prevents electrical shock

(16) Read labels and store appropriately. *

Prevents falls Prevents accidental ingestion Prevents skin breakdown Prevents swelling

(17) Remove crumbs and wrinkles from bedding *

Prevents electrical shock Prevents accidental ingestion Prevents skin breakdown Prevents falls

(18) The normal adult oral temperature: *

96.8 97.8 98.6 99.8

(19) The normal range for an adult pulse rate is: *

45-55 60-80 70-72 70-72

(20) To find the respiration rate, you count the number of breaths taken in 30 seconds and multiply that number by: *

1 2 3 4

(21) To record a blood pressure, you should write it as: *

143:78 left arm, sitting 150/74 right arm, standing 120-68 left arm, faint 133=86 right arm, regular

(22) While walking up to your patient’s home, a neighbor hollers, “How is Mr.Smith since his stroke?” Which answer shows respect for Mr. Smith’s privacy? *

“He’s real weak and can’t feed himself yet.” “I am sorry but I can't discuss that.” “Why don’t you go see for yourself?” “I think he’s lots better now.”

(23) Mr. Henson is lying unconscious on the floor when you arrive at this house.You most appropriate action is to: *

Call the office Start CPR Call 911 Check for breathing and pulse

(24) Which food should be avoided on a low fat diet? *

Green beans Potato chips Sweet potatoes Pickles

(25) Miss Miller is 93 years old and loves to reminisce when you are visiting her. Because this is a normal part of aging, you should: *

Redirect the conversation Change the subject when she gets sad Listen respectfully as you provide care Make her stop so you can talk

(26) When you make a mistake while charting, you should: *

Scratch it out with ink Use “White Out” (liquid paper) Erase it from the paper Draw one line through it , then initial and date it

(27) To communicate effectively with a patient who is hard of hearing. You should : *

Write everything down in large print Repeat statement three times Speak softly behind the better ear Talk clearly in front of the person

(28) While you are transferring a patient from a wheelchair into the car, he suddenly becomes weak and starts to fall. You first reaction for safety should be to: *

Gently help him to the ground Call for help immediately Catch him to break the fall Step out of the way

(29) What is your best defense against infection? *

Hand washing Wearing gloves Talking antibiotics Using aprons

(30) Which of these actions would help a patient maintain a safe home environment? *

Keeping electrical cords across walkways Plugging multiple cords into one wall outlet Using a grab bar in the bathtub to get in and out of the tub Storing bags of papers near the stove

(31) While you are giving your patient a bath, she starts to complain that her heart is racing. You should stop the bath and: *

Check her facial expression for indication that she is in pain. Assess her skin color and skin temperature. Count her pulse and respiration. All of the above.

(32) When assisting patients with transfers: *

Lift only as needed Lift the full load Avoid any lifting Always lift quickly

(33) You have a diabetic patient who is insulin every morning. Because you provide care seven days a week, your morning assessment should include whether the person: *

Ate breakfast. Drank fluids. Had swelling. Developed shortness of breath.

(34) Mr. Brown has a Foley catheter, while you are emptying the bag. You notice the urine has a foul odor and there are flecks of blood. Your best action should be: *

Report the findings to your supervisor Encourage him to drink more fluids. Call his doctor with your findings. Tell him not to worry.

(35) You awaken on Tuesday with a fever and diarrhea. You are scheduled to take care of four patients that day. Your most appropriate action is: *

Take some Tylenol and go see your patients. Call the office and talk with the supervisor. Find someone to go do your work. Notify the patients that you will not work.

(36) While at work, one of your patients cuts himself and blood drips on the floor. The appropriate way to clean up fresh blood is to: *

Wipe up with a papertowel and throw it away. Mix chlorine bleach and water (1:10) and wipe it up. Pour baking soda and water (1:5) on it and let it dry Clean area with mop and water and let it dry

(37) A patient asks you to give him his insulin, as a home care aide you should: *

Explain that you are not permitted to give medications. Immediately call the office and report him. Give the injection this one time. Call his doctor for permission.

(38) Mrs. Green is on complete bed rest since her stroke. To prevent skin breakdown, you should: *

Assist her to turn and reposition every two hours. Keep her skim clean and dry. Inspect her skin during personal care activities. All of the above.

(39) You knock on the patient’s door for your regularly scheduled visit and noone answer after repeated knocks. Your next action should be: *

Chart that the patient was not home and go to your next home. Attempt to call the patient with a cell phone or from a pay phone. Go to your net patient’s home. Call the office then go home

(40) Mrs. Smith is very angry when you arrive at her home. She complains that yesterday the aide did not show up and never called. After you listen awhile, she calms down and apologizes for being so angry. you assure her and tell her to: *

Call the previous aide. Always call the office if she has a problem. It will not happen again because you will take care of her. Tell the nurse / supervisor when she visits.

(41) Mr. Greenbrier makes frequent sexual remarks to you and frequently tries to touch you inappropriately, The best statement to approach this behavior is: *

“Stop that inappropriate behavior!” “I know you like me, but keep your hands off.” “This is not acceptable behavior Mr. Green brier.” “I am going to tell my supervisor if you don’t stop.”

(42) Gloves are worn as protective barriers when one is likely to touch body fluids. And certain practices apply to gloves. Which statement does not reflect good practice? *

Change the gloves between each patient Wash hands after removal of gloves Housekeeping gloves maybe reused in the same house if intact and properly cleaned Touching items and the patient with soiled with soiled gloves during personal care activities.

(43) As you provide some housekeeping activities for patients, you need to promote a safe and healthy environment, which activity(s) would promote sanitation? *

Refrigerate food appropriately and throw out food. Cover trash cans and clean up spills. Dispose of trash and waste regularly. All of the above.

(44) When you are providing home care services, your activities are to help the patient be as independent as safely possible. Which activity shows you would be increasing independence? *

Waiting on the patient and family as they request. Doing everything for the patient. Encouraging the patient to do as much possible as the care plan indicates. Making the patient want only you to provide care.

(45) Which statement shows how you would protect patient confidentially? *

Deciding not to discuss a patient at church with others. Leaving charting papers with patient names on them unattended. Talking about a patient on the phone with a friend. Telling a neighbor about a patient’s diagnosis and care you provide.

(46) Mrs. Whilst weak on her left side since she had a car accident. She needs help transferring from the bad to her wheelchair. To best assist her with a safe transfer, you should: *

Bend your knees and left her from bed into the wheelchair. Call for assistance so she does not have to exert any energy Assist her to sit up on the edge of bed, get the chair on her left side and lift her to the chair. Position the chair on her right, assist her to sit on the edge of bed.

(47) The first thing you should do if you suspect a person is choking is to: *

Shake the person and ask if they are all right. Ask the person if they are choking. Give four quick back blows. Call emergency squad at 911.

(48) One day as you finish work, one of your patients tries to give you $10.00 as a gift. You most appropriate response should be: *

“This is very nice, but I must talk with my supervisor before I accept any gifts.” “I cannot take your money because it is against agency policy.” “I will keep this for you.” “Thank you; I can always use extra cash.”

(49) To prevent health problems during the hot humid days of summer, you should encourage patients to: *

Drink plenty of fluids. Stay in cool areas whenever possible. Avoid strenuous activities. All of the above

(50) On your way to see a patient, the agency calls you and informs you that you must do a simple dressing change on the patient but you have never done it before. Your most appropriate action would be to: *

Let the patient tell you how to do it. Call your supervisor to request assistance. Refuse to do it this visit and find out how to do it before your next visit. Call another aide for instruction.

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