1001 Final Exam Review Questions
and Answers
What kind of family does a client have if they have many close friends, and one of those
friends they declared as their legal guardian. - ANSWER-A self-defined family
A HCA found a used needle and didn't know where to put it. When could they check to
see where it goes? - ANSWER-The policy and procedures manuel.
When Julio enrolled in a course to help him understand his clients with a diagnosis of
dementia better, what was he doing? - ANSWER-Participating in life-long learning.
When Mary asked her client whether there are any special days or events she likes to
celebrate, what was Mary showing interest in? - ANSWER-Her clients culture
What does a holistic approach to healthcare include? - ANSWER-Physical, emotional,
social, intellectual, and spiritual aspects
Sonia has made a plan to evaluate all aspects of her life and make changes that are
good for her overall health. She will be looking at herself based on what? - ANSWER-
The determinants of health.
What does self-esteem mean? - ANSWER-Thinking well of yourself and having others
think well of you.
Burton always walks into a room with his head up, a smile on his face, and a plan of
action. What is Burton demonstrating traits of? - ANSWER-Good self-esteem
Miguel grew up believing he should put butter on a burn. What is this an example of? -
ANSWER-A health belief
What does life-long learning contribute to? - ANSWER-Confidence and competence.
When can you refuse a task? - ANSWER-You have never done this task for this client
before and have not received instruction on this task, which is a restricted activity.
What is a criteria of certification under the Mental Health Act? - ANSWER-Clients you
are likely to cause harm to them and to others.
What is the first thing you should do when witnessing abuse on a client? - ANSWER-
Make sure the client is safe.
,When a request for information on a client's condition is made, the responsibility of the
HCA is to? - ANSWER-Get the nurse because they know the specifics of the client.
What decision is not a part of the personal directive? - ANSWER-The clients' financial
decisions.
One employee responsibility when working alone is to? - ANSWER-Follow a safe visit
plan
Why must you keep the client's information confidential? - ANSWER-Because you have
a legal and ethical obligation to do so.
What does the Health Information Act ensure? - ANSWER-If the client does not want
any of their information disclosed, then their wish will be respected.
Who is the Protection for Persons In Care Act meant to protect? - ANSWER-Clients
who live in care facilities.
A health-care team member who works with clients to improve their strength is what
type of health professional? - ANSWER-Physiotherapist
Out of a reddened area, a swollen ankle, an upset stomach, and a bruise on leg, what is
the subjective data? - ANSWER-The upset stomach.
The HCA is assigned to a care activity for which she has been taught the skill. What is
the next step for the HCA? - ANSWER-Complete the skill under direct supervision.
What is a development in health care that is a trend. - ANSWER-Cultural diversity
Why is it important to include the client in the process of making the care plan? -
ANSWER-They will be more likely to participate.
What does WHMIS stand for? - ANSWER-Workplace Hazardous Material Information
System
What type of waste is a soiled linen? - ANSWER-Biohazardous waste
What activity is part of hand hygiene? - ANSWER-Handwashing
What 3 parts does the triangle of infection include? - ANSWER-Host, route, source
What disease is transmitted through a blood borne pathogen? - ANSWER-Hepatitis B
What does the WHMIS symbol for poisonous and infections material look like. -
ANSWER-Skill and crossbones in a red diamond.
, When is surgical asepsis used? - ANSWER-When a procedure requires everything to
be sterile (sterile environment, tools, and protective equipment)
What does the R in REACT stand for? - ANSWER-Remove everyone from danger.
What is an example of an environmental restraint? - ANSWER-An alarmed door.
What is a measure that prevents workplace electrical equipment accidents. - ANSWER-
Following the employer policies and procedures.
What is a safety measure when a client is placed in a restraint? - ANSWER-Check on
the client and the restraint every 15 minutes.
What is the first thing the HCA should do when a client in a community setting has a
serious burn? - ANSWER-Call 911
A managed risk agreement is an agreement between which people? - ANSWER-The
client and the health-care team.
What action supports the "least restraint" philosophy? - ANSWER-Putting the client in a
calm and quiet environment.
Do drowsiness and fatigue mean the same thing? - ANSWER-No.
What does REACT stand for? - ANSWER-Remove those in immediate danger
Ensure door and windows are closed
Activate the alarm
Call the fire department
Try to extinguish the fire if safe to do so
What do you do with a patient when there is a fire near, but they cannot walk fast
enough or can't walk at all and need a lift?3 - ANSWER-You put both bed rails up and
take the entire bed out of the room and remember to put the brakes back on when you
find somewh6ere safe to leave them.
What should you do before the event of a fire to prevent chaos and maintain safety in
the event of a fire? - ANSWER-- Know where to find fire alarms, fire extinguishers, and
emergency exits.
- Keep equipment clear from all normal and emergency exits.
What are the three types of fire extinguishers? Not the details. - ANSWER-ABC - Class
A, Class B, Class C
What is a Class A Fire Extinguisher? Details - ANSWER-Class A: Ash
Materials that burn and leave as ash, like paper and wood
and Answers
What kind of family does a client have if they have many close friends, and one of those
friends they declared as their legal guardian. - ANSWER-A self-defined family
A HCA found a used needle and didn't know where to put it. When could they check to
see where it goes? - ANSWER-The policy and procedures manuel.
When Julio enrolled in a course to help him understand his clients with a diagnosis of
dementia better, what was he doing? - ANSWER-Participating in life-long learning.
When Mary asked her client whether there are any special days or events she likes to
celebrate, what was Mary showing interest in? - ANSWER-Her clients culture
What does a holistic approach to healthcare include? - ANSWER-Physical, emotional,
social, intellectual, and spiritual aspects
Sonia has made a plan to evaluate all aspects of her life and make changes that are
good for her overall health. She will be looking at herself based on what? - ANSWER-
The determinants of health.
What does self-esteem mean? - ANSWER-Thinking well of yourself and having others
think well of you.
Burton always walks into a room with his head up, a smile on his face, and a plan of
action. What is Burton demonstrating traits of? - ANSWER-Good self-esteem
Miguel grew up believing he should put butter on a burn. What is this an example of? -
ANSWER-A health belief
What does life-long learning contribute to? - ANSWER-Confidence and competence.
When can you refuse a task? - ANSWER-You have never done this task for this client
before and have not received instruction on this task, which is a restricted activity.
What is a criteria of certification under the Mental Health Act? - ANSWER-Clients you
are likely to cause harm to them and to others.
What is the first thing you should do when witnessing abuse on a client? - ANSWER-
Make sure the client is safe.
,When a request for information on a client's condition is made, the responsibility of the
HCA is to? - ANSWER-Get the nurse because they know the specifics of the client.
What decision is not a part of the personal directive? - ANSWER-The clients' financial
decisions.
One employee responsibility when working alone is to? - ANSWER-Follow a safe visit
plan
Why must you keep the client's information confidential? - ANSWER-Because you have
a legal and ethical obligation to do so.
What does the Health Information Act ensure? - ANSWER-If the client does not want
any of their information disclosed, then their wish will be respected.
Who is the Protection for Persons In Care Act meant to protect? - ANSWER-Clients
who live in care facilities.
A health-care team member who works with clients to improve their strength is what
type of health professional? - ANSWER-Physiotherapist
Out of a reddened area, a swollen ankle, an upset stomach, and a bruise on leg, what is
the subjective data? - ANSWER-The upset stomach.
The HCA is assigned to a care activity for which she has been taught the skill. What is
the next step for the HCA? - ANSWER-Complete the skill under direct supervision.
What is a development in health care that is a trend. - ANSWER-Cultural diversity
Why is it important to include the client in the process of making the care plan? -
ANSWER-They will be more likely to participate.
What does WHMIS stand for? - ANSWER-Workplace Hazardous Material Information
System
What type of waste is a soiled linen? - ANSWER-Biohazardous waste
What activity is part of hand hygiene? - ANSWER-Handwashing
What 3 parts does the triangle of infection include? - ANSWER-Host, route, source
What disease is transmitted through a blood borne pathogen? - ANSWER-Hepatitis B
What does the WHMIS symbol for poisonous and infections material look like. -
ANSWER-Skill and crossbones in a red diamond.
, When is surgical asepsis used? - ANSWER-When a procedure requires everything to
be sterile (sterile environment, tools, and protective equipment)
What does the R in REACT stand for? - ANSWER-Remove everyone from danger.
What is an example of an environmental restraint? - ANSWER-An alarmed door.
What is a measure that prevents workplace electrical equipment accidents. - ANSWER-
Following the employer policies and procedures.
What is a safety measure when a client is placed in a restraint? - ANSWER-Check on
the client and the restraint every 15 minutes.
What is the first thing the HCA should do when a client in a community setting has a
serious burn? - ANSWER-Call 911
A managed risk agreement is an agreement between which people? - ANSWER-The
client and the health-care team.
What action supports the "least restraint" philosophy? - ANSWER-Putting the client in a
calm and quiet environment.
Do drowsiness and fatigue mean the same thing? - ANSWER-No.
What does REACT stand for? - ANSWER-Remove those in immediate danger
Ensure door and windows are closed
Activate the alarm
Call the fire department
Try to extinguish the fire if safe to do so
What do you do with a patient when there is a fire near, but they cannot walk fast
enough or can't walk at all and need a lift?3 - ANSWER-You put both bed rails up and
take the entire bed out of the room and remember to put the brakes back on when you
find somewh6ere safe to leave them.
What should you do before the event of a fire to prevent chaos and maintain safety in
the event of a fire? - ANSWER-- Know where to find fire alarms, fire extinguishers, and
emergency exits.
- Keep equipment clear from all normal and emergency exits.
What are the three types of fire extinguishers? Not the details. - ANSWER-ABC - Class
A, Class B, Class C
What is a Class A Fire Extinguisher? Details - ANSWER-Class A: Ash
Materials that burn and leave as ash, like paper and wood
