a-z standardized dcw test
a dcw who provides personal care needs: - (correct Answer) - level 1 training plus level 2 plus agency
orientation and cpr/first aid
in case of lighting it is best to - (correct Answer) - seek shelter in buildings
the communication process involves: - (correct Answer) - the speaker, the listener, the message, and the
feedback
why is it important to use a land line for calling 911? - (correct Answer) - less dropped calls
if you suspect a client is being abused: - (correct Answer) - tell your supervisor asap
in an emergency you should - (correct Answer) - NOT leave your client unattended for a long period of
time and be sure to give assistance until emts arrive
because DCWs have a high risk of getting hepatitis b, the vaccination for hepatitis b: - (correct Answer) -
is part of an osha recommended standard
according to the center for disease control, and prevention more than ______ of adults age 65 and older
fall each year - (correct Answer) - 2/3
what is NOT an example of a home modification made to a home in order to provide comfort and safety?
- (correct Answer) - narrower doorways
when client starts to fall you should? - (correct Answer) - attempt to lower the individual gently to the
floor
you are not sure how to complete a task. you should: - (correct Answer) - ask your supervisor
when a client has fallen and is on the ground, you should - (correct Answer) - NOT allow the client to get
up at all until emts arrive
you have called the paramedics for a medical emergency. when they arrive at the client's house, you
should: - (correct Answer) - answer relevant questions they ask
if a client has fallen and is not responding you should - (correct Answer) - call 911 immediately
environmental fall hazards include all of the following except: - (correct Answer) - undermedication
1/2 to 2/3 of all falls happen where? - (correct Answer) - in the home
the food label lists ingredients in this order: - (correct Answer) - by weight, the largest amount first
what are some things you can do to improve strength and balance for your client? - (correct Answer) -
exercise program
instrumental activities of daily living (iadls) - (correct Answer) - include shopping and using the telephone
, which one of these things is NOT a key element to a fire? - (correct Answer) - water
perishable leftover food should: - (correct Answer) - be refrigerated within 2 hours
you can put out a small fire with a - (correct Answer) - a large blanket
in building a relationship with a family: - (correct Answer) - speak with them directly and professionally
your client should not smoke while - (correct Answer) - in bed
which is NOT an example of protected health information? - (correct Answer) - the state in which your
client lives in
you should keep space heaters at least ___ feet away from anything that can burn - (correct Answer) - 3
which is an example of abuse? - (correct Answer) - teeth marks
if an appliance begins to smell suspicious or spoke you should - (correct Answer) - unplug it immediately
which of the following is an example of ethical behavior? - (correct Answer) - not accepting gifts or tips
from your client
oxygen should not be flowing near - (correct Answer) - open flames or a heat source
a legal document that allows people to decide what kind of medical care they want if they are unable to
make their own decisions - (correct Answer) - advanced directives
what is created for each client for services provided? - (correct Answer) - a service plan or care plan
who must report abuse? - (correct Answer) - all persons responsible for the care of the client
what information is confidential information? - (correct Answer) - any personal information about the
client
what year did hipaa become a law? - (correct Answer) - 1996
when was medicare created? - (correct Answer) - 1965
which is NOT an ethical principle a dcw should have? - (correct Answer) - being late to your job everyday
how many hours of annual education must a dcw complete? - (correct Answer) - 6 hours
a dcw is a person who: - (correct Answer) - provide assistance or support for daily living
what is the name of the federal government agency that makes rules to protect workers from
bloodborne pathogens and other hazards while at work? - (correct Answer) - occupational safety and
health administration (OSHA)
the role of the service team is to - (correct Answer) - coordinate the services needed for the client
liability is a legal term that means: - (correct Answer) - someone can be held responsible for harming
someone else
a dcw who provides personal care needs: - (correct Answer) - level 1 training plus level 2 plus agency
orientation and cpr/first aid
in case of lighting it is best to - (correct Answer) - seek shelter in buildings
the communication process involves: - (correct Answer) - the speaker, the listener, the message, and the
feedback
why is it important to use a land line for calling 911? - (correct Answer) - less dropped calls
if you suspect a client is being abused: - (correct Answer) - tell your supervisor asap
in an emergency you should - (correct Answer) - NOT leave your client unattended for a long period of
time and be sure to give assistance until emts arrive
because DCWs have a high risk of getting hepatitis b, the vaccination for hepatitis b: - (correct Answer) -
is part of an osha recommended standard
according to the center for disease control, and prevention more than ______ of adults age 65 and older
fall each year - (correct Answer) - 2/3
what is NOT an example of a home modification made to a home in order to provide comfort and safety?
- (correct Answer) - narrower doorways
when client starts to fall you should? - (correct Answer) - attempt to lower the individual gently to the
floor
you are not sure how to complete a task. you should: - (correct Answer) - ask your supervisor
when a client has fallen and is on the ground, you should - (correct Answer) - NOT allow the client to get
up at all until emts arrive
you have called the paramedics for a medical emergency. when they arrive at the client's house, you
should: - (correct Answer) - answer relevant questions they ask
if a client has fallen and is not responding you should - (correct Answer) - call 911 immediately
environmental fall hazards include all of the following except: - (correct Answer) - undermedication
1/2 to 2/3 of all falls happen where? - (correct Answer) - in the home
the food label lists ingredients in this order: - (correct Answer) - by weight, the largest amount first
what are some things you can do to improve strength and balance for your client? - (correct Answer) -
exercise program
instrumental activities of daily living (iadls) - (correct Answer) - include shopping and using the telephone
, which one of these things is NOT a key element to a fire? - (correct Answer) - water
perishable leftover food should: - (correct Answer) - be refrigerated within 2 hours
you can put out a small fire with a - (correct Answer) - a large blanket
in building a relationship with a family: - (correct Answer) - speak with them directly and professionally
your client should not smoke while - (correct Answer) - in bed
which is NOT an example of protected health information? - (correct Answer) - the state in which your
client lives in
you should keep space heaters at least ___ feet away from anything that can burn - (correct Answer) - 3
which is an example of abuse? - (correct Answer) - teeth marks
if an appliance begins to smell suspicious or spoke you should - (correct Answer) - unplug it immediately
which of the following is an example of ethical behavior? - (correct Answer) - not accepting gifts or tips
from your client
oxygen should not be flowing near - (correct Answer) - open flames or a heat source
a legal document that allows people to decide what kind of medical care they want if they are unable to
make their own decisions - (correct Answer) - advanced directives
what is created for each client for services provided? - (correct Answer) - a service plan or care plan
who must report abuse? - (correct Answer) - all persons responsible for the care of the client
what information is confidential information? - (correct Answer) - any personal information about the
client
what year did hipaa become a law? - (correct Answer) - 1996
when was medicare created? - (correct Answer) - 1965
which is NOT an ethical principle a dcw should have? - (correct Answer) - being late to your job everyday
how many hours of annual education must a dcw complete? - (correct Answer) - 6 hours
a dcw is a person who: - (correct Answer) - provide assistance or support for daily living
what is the name of the federal government agency that makes rules to protect workers from
bloodborne pathogens and other hazards while at work? - (correct Answer) - occupational safety and
health administration (OSHA)
the role of the service team is to - (correct Answer) - coordinate the services needed for the client
liability is a legal term that means: - (correct Answer) - someone can be held responsible for harming
someone else
