AZ CERTIFIED CAREGIVER EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES Q &A 2026 |INSTANT DOWNLOAD
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1. Which of the following are considered activities of daily
living (ADLs)?
A. Bathing
B. Grocery shopping
C. Dressing
D. Feeding
Rationale: ADLs are basic self-care tasks necessary for
independent living.
Correct Answers: A, C, D
2. Which action should a caregiver take if a client shows signs
of a stroke?
A. Call 911 immediately
B. Give the client food and water
C. Note the time of symptom onset
D. Encourage the client to walk
Rationale: Rapid medical attention is critical; noting symptom
onset helps medical staff.
Correct Answers: A, C
,3. What are common signs of dehydration in elderly clients?
A. Dry mouth
B. Confusion
C. Frequent urination
D. Low blood pressure
Rationale: Elderly often show subtle dehydration signs;
confusion and low BP are key indicators.
Correct Answers: A, B, D
4. Which of the following are proper handwashing steps?
A. Wet hands with clean water
B. Rub hands together with soap for 20 seconds
C. Rinse and dry with a clean towel
D. Use hand sanitizer without washing
Rationale: Proper handwashing prevents infections; sanitizer is
secondary if hands are clean.
Correct Answers: A, B, C
5. Which behaviors may indicate depression in an elderly
client?
A. Loss of appetite
B. Increased social engagement
,C. Withdrawal from activities
D. Frequent smiling
Rationale: Depression often causes withdrawal and loss of
interest, not increased engagement.
Correct Answers: A, C
6. Which are examples of safe lifting techniques for
caregivers?
A. Bend at the knees, not the waist
B. Keep the load close to your body
C. Twist your back while lifting
D. Ask for assistance when needed
Rationale: Proper lifting reduces caregiver injury risk; twisting is
unsafe.
Correct Answers: A, B, D
7. Which statements about infection control are correct?
A. Gloves are always required for bathing
B. Proper disposal of contaminated materials prevents spread
C. Hand hygiene is not needed after removing gloves
D. Surfaces should be cleaned regularly
Rationale: Infection control relies on hygiene, proper PPE use,
and surface cleaning.
Correct Answers: B, D
, 8. Which conditions require immediate medical attention in
clients?
A. Chest pain
B. Mild headache
C. Severe shortness of breath
D. Minor bruise
Rationale: Chest pain and severe breathing problems can
indicate life-threatening emergencies.
Correct Answers: A, C
9. Which of the following are signs of pain in non-verbal
clients?
A. Facial grimacing
B. Restlessness
C. Crying or moaning
D. Sleeping normally
Rationale: Non-verbal clients may express pain through
behavior changes, not normal sleep.
Correct Answers: A, B, C
10. Which measures help prevent falls in the elderly?
A. Keep walkways clear of clutter
B. Use rugs with non-slip backing
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES Q &A 2026 |INSTANT DOWNLOAD
1. Which of the following are considered activities of daily
living (ADLs)?
A. Bathing
B. Grocery shopping
C. Dressing
D. Feeding
Rationale: ADLs are basic self-care tasks necessary for
independent living.
Correct Answers: A, C, D
2. Which action should a caregiver take if a client shows signs
of a stroke?
A. Call 911 immediately
B. Give the client food and water
C. Note the time of symptom onset
D. Encourage the client to walk
Rationale: Rapid medical attention is critical; noting symptom
onset helps medical staff.
Correct Answers: A, C
,3. What are common signs of dehydration in elderly clients?
A. Dry mouth
B. Confusion
C. Frequent urination
D. Low blood pressure
Rationale: Elderly often show subtle dehydration signs;
confusion and low BP are key indicators.
Correct Answers: A, B, D
4. Which of the following are proper handwashing steps?
A. Wet hands with clean water
B. Rub hands together with soap for 20 seconds
C. Rinse and dry with a clean towel
D. Use hand sanitizer without washing
Rationale: Proper handwashing prevents infections; sanitizer is
secondary if hands are clean.
Correct Answers: A, B, C
5. Which behaviors may indicate depression in an elderly
client?
A. Loss of appetite
B. Increased social engagement
,C. Withdrawal from activities
D. Frequent smiling
Rationale: Depression often causes withdrawal and loss of
interest, not increased engagement.
Correct Answers: A, C
6. Which are examples of safe lifting techniques for
caregivers?
A. Bend at the knees, not the waist
B. Keep the load close to your body
C. Twist your back while lifting
D. Ask for assistance when needed
Rationale: Proper lifting reduces caregiver injury risk; twisting is
unsafe.
Correct Answers: A, B, D
7. Which statements about infection control are correct?
A. Gloves are always required for bathing
B. Proper disposal of contaminated materials prevents spread
C. Hand hygiene is not needed after removing gloves
D. Surfaces should be cleaned regularly
Rationale: Infection control relies on hygiene, proper PPE use,
and surface cleaning.
Correct Answers: B, D
, 8. Which conditions require immediate medical attention in
clients?
A. Chest pain
B. Mild headache
C. Severe shortness of breath
D. Minor bruise
Rationale: Chest pain and severe breathing problems can
indicate life-threatening emergencies.
Correct Answers: A, C
9. Which of the following are signs of pain in non-verbal
clients?
A. Facial grimacing
B. Restlessness
C. Crying or moaning
D. Sleeping normally
Rationale: Non-verbal clients may express pain through
behavior changes, not normal sleep.
Correct Answers: A, B, C
10. Which measures help prevent falls in the elderly?
A. Keep walkways clear of clutter
B. Use rugs with non-slip backing
