NACC - PSW Exam Review 200
Questions with Verified Answers
100% correct a+ graded Update
2025/2026
Function of the Care Plan - CORRECT ANSWES -- Provide central reference point on
the clients health problems, needs and care for communication and to ensure everyone
provides the same care. NOT to provide information that never changes.
Subjective Data - CORRECT ANSWES -- things a person tells you about that you
cannot observe through your senses; symptoms
Graphic sheet - CORRECT ANSWES -- used to record measurements and
observations made three to four times per day.
Speaker to reciever - CORRECT ANSWES -- exchange of information
Verbal communication - CORRECT ANSWES -- expressing ideas to others by using
spoken words, NOT the truest reflection of a persons feelings.
Closed questions - CORRECT ANSWES -- Questions that can usually be answered
with yes or no.
Focussing as a communication tool - CORRECT ANSWES -- When a person is
rambling
Questions - CORRECT ANSWES -- Used to promote good communication
receptive aphasia - CORRECT ANSWES -- difficulty understanding spoken or written
words, language
apraxia of speech - CORRECT ANSWES -- caused by brain injury
Dysarthria - CORRECT ANSWES -- difficulty forming words, slurred speech but can
understand what is said.
Speech and language disorders - CORRECT ANSWES -- Can cause problems relating
to family and friends
, Meniere's disease - CORRECT ANSWES -- disorder of inner ear causing vertigo,
tinnitus, and hearing loss
Not obvious hearing problems - CORRECT ANSWES -- loneliness and isolation
If the hearing aid is not working - CORRECT ANSWES -- check that it is turned on
Distal - CORRECT ANSWES -- the point farthest from the point of origin
medial - CORRECT ANSWES -- relating or located at or near the middle or midline of
the body or body part
BRP - CORRECT ANSWES -- bathroom privileges
STAT - CORRECT ANSWES -- At once, immediately
Falls - CORRECT ANSWES -- the most common accident in all settings
Fall prevention - CORRECT ANSWES -- wipe up spills, use nightlights, encourage hand
rails and grab bars, keep bed in lowest position
Bed rails - CORRECT ANSWES -- a device that serves as a guard or barrier along the
side of the bed. Only use when supervisor and the care plan tell you to.
Fire alarm sounds - CORRECT ANSWES -- turn off oxygen, move clients to a safe
place. Close windows and doors. Do NOT use elevators.
restraint - CORRECT ANSWES -- a physical or chemical way to restrict voluntary
movement or behavior. Can not be used to make work easier.
When a restraint is used - CORRECT ANSWES -- Check on the client and the position
of the restraint every 15 minutes. Report a pulse in the restrained extremities. Must be
able to slide an open hand between the restraint and the client.
Signs of Infection - CORRECT ANSWES -- fever, nausea, rash, pain, swelling, redness.
NOT bleeding.
Aseptic practices - CORRECT ANSWES -- reduce the number of microbes
Standard Precautions - CORRECT ANSWES -- Used for all clients
Questions with Verified Answers
100% correct a+ graded Update
2025/2026
Function of the Care Plan - CORRECT ANSWES -- Provide central reference point on
the clients health problems, needs and care for communication and to ensure everyone
provides the same care. NOT to provide information that never changes.
Subjective Data - CORRECT ANSWES -- things a person tells you about that you
cannot observe through your senses; symptoms
Graphic sheet - CORRECT ANSWES -- used to record measurements and
observations made three to four times per day.
Speaker to reciever - CORRECT ANSWES -- exchange of information
Verbal communication - CORRECT ANSWES -- expressing ideas to others by using
spoken words, NOT the truest reflection of a persons feelings.
Closed questions - CORRECT ANSWES -- Questions that can usually be answered
with yes or no.
Focussing as a communication tool - CORRECT ANSWES -- When a person is
rambling
Questions - CORRECT ANSWES -- Used to promote good communication
receptive aphasia - CORRECT ANSWES -- difficulty understanding spoken or written
words, language
apraxia of speech - CORRECT ANSWES -- caused by brain injury
Dysarthria - CORRECT ANSWES -- difficulty forming words, slurred speech but can
understand what is said.
Speech and language disorders - CORRECT ANSWES -- Can cause problems relating
to family and friends
, Meniere's disease - CORRECT ANSWES -- disorder of inner ear causing vertigo,
tinnitus, and hearing loss
Not obvious hearing problems - CORRECT ANSWES -- loneliness and isolation
If the hearing aid is not working - CORRECT ANSWES -- check that it is turned on
Distal - CORRECT ANSWES -- the point farthest from the point of origin
medial - CORRECT ANSWES -- relating or located at or near the middle or midline of
the body or body part
BRP - CORRECT ANSWES -- bathroom privileges
STAT - CORRECT ANSWES -- At once, immediately
Falls - CORRECT ANSWES -- the most common accident in all settings
Fall prevention - CORRECT ANSWES -- wipe up spills, use nightlights, encourage hand
rails and grab bars, keep bed in lowest position
Bed rails - CORRECT ANSWES -- a device that serves as a guard or barrier along the
side of the bed. Only use when supervisor and the care plan tell you to.
Fire alarm sounds - CORRECT ANSWES -- turn off oxygen, move clients to a safe
place. Close windows and doors. Do NOT use elevators.
restraint - CORRECT ANSWES -- a physical or chemical way to restrict voluntary
movement or behavior. Can not be used to make work easier.
When a restraint is used - CORRECT ANSWES -- Check on the client and the position
of the restraint every 15 minutes. Report a pulse in the restrained extremities. Must be
able to slide an open hand between the restraint and the client.
Signs of Infection - CORRECT ANSWES -- fever, nausea, rash, pain, swelling, redness.
NOT bleeding.
Aseptic practices - CORRECT ANSWES -- reduce the number of microbes
Standard Precautions - CORRECT ANSWES -- Used for all clients
