HCA 100 WRITTEN QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What are standard precautions and what kind of clients they are used for - Answer --
Standard precautions are routine practices to reduce the spread of infections they are
used for all persons whenever care is given.
What does RACE stand for- - Answer -Rescue, alarm, confine, extinguished or
evacuate
What are the three types of isolation precautions - Answer -- air born precautions,
droplet precautions, contact precaution
What is included in PPE- - Answer -Gloves mask, gown, eye protection, hair net
What is restrain and examples- - Answer -A restraint is any device, garment barrier
furniture or medicate that limits or restricts freedom of movement or access to ones
body.
Physical- mittens or cuff
Chemical- medication, and environment bed rails.
Chain of infection - Answer -Pathogen, reservoir, portal of exit, mode of transmission,
portal of entry, susceptible host
Some alternatives to restraints- - Answer -Diversion, such as TV, videos, music,
games, books, relaxation tapes-
A calm, quiet setting and reduced noise levels are beneficial-
Activities that occupy the client's time and energies-
Support workers, family, friends, and volunteers visiting with the client provide attention
and companionship
Ways to lower risk of sids(sudden infant death syndrome) in babies- - Answer -Always
lay babies on their backs for sleep. Make sure the baby is warm but never hot.
Remove potential suffocation hazards such as pillows
12 principals of supporting a child- - Answer -1.Be specific about your expectations,
and stick to them
2Put first things first. Keep your focus on important issues, and choose your battles
wisely
3Positive reinforcement
4. Be knowledgeable about the child's specific challenge(s) and difficulties.
5 Follow the client's care plan for the amount of time and activity you should provide for
the child
6. Be specific about positive and negative consequences
7. Act quickly, and speak calmly
, 8 Give bonuses, and focus on the positive.
9.Seek out the middle ground
10 Practise forgiveness and patience
11. Use others for support, and seek assistance when appropriate
12. Remember to take care of yourself. You have needs, too!
Strategies that set a stage for a pleasant meal time for children- - Answer -The family
should try and eat meals together
Zero distractions- no tv, toys, phone
Proper table manners
Allow children to make choices
Newborn- - Answer -Hear well, they can taste and smell
Infancy - Answer -1 month to 1 year
1 month- can hold head up
2 months- smiles, follows movements of objects
4 months- Able to roll over and can sit up if supported
6 months- two lower front teeth come in, starts to chew
10 months- understands a number of words
1 year- takes a few steps
Toddlerhood - Answer -1-3 years
Developmental tasks
Tolerating separation from primary caregiver
Gaining control of bowel and bladder function
using words to communicate
Preschool - Answer -3 to 5 years
Performing self care
learning gender differences
Developing family relationships
learning to play with others
Middle Childhood - Answer -6 to 8 years
Develops conscience and morals
learns basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills
developing skills needed for playing games
Learning to get along with peers
Late Childhood - Answer -9-12
Becoming independent of adults
developing and keeping friendships with peers
learning how to study
developing greater muscular strength, coordination, and balance
What are standard precautions and what kind of clients they are used for - Answer --
Standard precautions are routine practices to reduce the spread of infections they are
used for all persons whenever care is given.
What does RACE stand for- - Answer -Rescue, alarm, confine, extinguished or
evacuate
What are the three types of isolation precautions - Answer -- air born precautions,
droplet precautions, contact precaution
What is included in PPE- - Answer -Gloves mask, gown, eye protection, hair net
What is restrain and examples- - Answer -A restraint is any device, garment barrier
furniture or medicate that limits or restricts freedom of movement or access to ones
body.
Physical- mittens or cuff
Chemical- medication, and environment bed rails.
Chain of infection - Answer -Pathogen, reservoir, portal of exit, mode of transmission,
portal of entry, susceptible host
Some alternatives to restraints- - Answer -Diversion, such as TV, videos, music,
games, books, relaxation tapes-
A calm, quiet setting and reduced noise levels are beneficial-
Activities that occupy the client's time and energies-
Support workers, family, friends, and volunteers visiting with the client provide attention
and companionship
Ways to lower risk of sids(sudden infant death syndrome) in babies- - Answer -Always
lay babies on their backs for sleep. Make sure the baby is warm but never hot.
Remove potential suffocation hazards such as pillows
12 principals of supporting a child- - Answer -1.Be specific about your expectations,
and stick to them
2Put first things first. Keep your focus on important issues, and choose your battles
wisely
3Positive reinforcement
4. Be knowledgeable about the child's specific challenge(s) and difficulties.
5 Follow the client's care plan for the amount of time and activity you should provide for
the child
6. Be specific about positive and negative consequences
7. Act quickly, and speak calmly
, 8 Give bonuses, and focus on the positive.
9.Seek out the middle ground
10 Practise forgiveness and patience
11. Use others for support, and seek assistance when appropriate
12. Remember to take care of yourself. You have needs, too!
Strategies that set a stage for a pleasant meal time for children- - Answer -The family
should try and eat meals together
Zero distractions- no tv, toys, phone
Proper table manners
Allow children to make choices
Newborn- - Answer -Hear well, they can taste and smell
Infancy - Answer -1 month to 1 year
1 month- can hold head up
2 months- smiles, follows movements of objects
4 months- Able to roll over and can sit up if supported
6 months- two lower front teeth come in, starts to chew
10 months- understands a number of words
1 year- takes a few steps
Toddlerhood - Answer -1-3 years
Developmental tasks
Tolerating separation from primary caregiver
Gaining control of bowel and bladder function
using words to communicate
Preschool - Answer -3 to 5 years
Performing self care
learning gender differences
Developing family relationships
learning to play with others
Middle Childhood - Answer -6 to 8 years
Develops conscience and morals
learns basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills
developing skills needed for playing games
Learning to get along with peers
Late Childhood - Answer -9-12
Becoming independent of adults
developing and keeping friendships with peers
learning how to study
developing greater muscular strength, coordination, and balance
