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PCA Written exam

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The services that we provide will be based off a clients individualized
Plan of care
Respite care is designed for the family member or primary caregiver and provides relief support so that the can take a break
Family caregiver
One of the attitudes/actions that can lead to successful performance of a personal care assistant is
Dependability
Which of the following is not a goal of home care company
ensuring that the client is totally relying upon us
Which of the following attitudes does not promote communication
Apathy
Which is the best answer for the statement that "we should never act or P condescending to a client"
Do not talk down to a client, do not use baby talk, address to client by name, treated client as an adult
When discussing private information which of the following situations would not be not be a Violation of confidentiality
The client
Which of the following is not correct in regards to handwashing
using a bar soap rather than a soap dispenser if available
The blood and body fluids of all clients regardless of their diagnosis or isolation precautions shall be considered potentially infectious
True
People that are respectful deserve understanding and respect
False
When it comes to patient safety precautions the PCA should take steps to help client prevent falls name three steps
Shoelaces tied, all liquid spill should be wiped up, canes and walkers should have a good nonslip tips
Which of the following safety precautions for oxygen use is not a valid response
No smoking or open flame within 5 feet of the tank
The most frequent cause of airway obstructions are
Elevated blood alcohol level, upper and lower denture slippage, large and shooed pieces of food, decreased swallowing, laughing and talking
What should your actions be if the client has a partial obstruction of the airway
If the victim can speak cough or breathe do not interfere
Be open to client suggestions complaints and grievances. Comments from the client and their family should never be ignored
True
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