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Topics to review
- Safe and effective care environment
- Health promotion and maintenance
- Psychosocial and physiological integrity
- Pharmacology, infection control and patient safety
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Q1When giving a bed bath to a client, the home health aide should wash the body in which order?
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✓ Correct answer: Face first, then work downward, washing the perineal area last
Washing from clean to dirty areas (face first, perineal area last) prevents the spread of microorganisms. This standard technique maintains infection control during personal care.
Q2A client has weakness on the right side of the body. When helping the client get dressed, the home health aide should:
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✓ Correct answer: Dress the weak (right) side first, then the strong side
When dressing a client with one-sided weakness, always dress the weak (affected) side first to minimize discomfort and strain. When undressing, remove clothing from the strong side first.
Q3When performing oral care for a client who is unconscious, the home health aide should:
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✓ Correct answer: Position the client on their side to prevent aspiration
Positioning an unconscious client on their side (lateral position) allows fluid to drain out of the mouth, preventing aspiration into the lungs. Only small amounts of moisture should be used.
Q4A client has been in bed for several days. To help prevent pressure injuries (bedsores), the home health aide should:
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✓ Correct answer: Reposition the client at least every 2 hours
Repositioning a bedbound client at least every 2 hours relieves pressure on bony prominences and helps prevent pressure injuries. Vigorous massage of reddened areas should be avoided as it can cause further tissue damage.
Q5When assisting a client with a shower, the home health aide should test the water temperature by:
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✓ Correct answer: Using a bath thermometer or the inside of their own wrist, aiming for 105°F (40.6°C) or less
Water should be tested with a thermometer or the inside of the wrist (a sensitive skin area) before the client enters, and kept at or below 105°F (40.6°C) to prevent burns, especially for elderly or clients with reduced sensation.
Q6Which of the following best describes the correct technique for nail care for a client?
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✓ Correct answer: Soak nails in warm water to soften them, then file or trim straight across
Nails should be soaked to soften them first, then filed or trimmed straight across to reduce the risk of splitting or injury. Diabetic clients' toenails should be cared for by a nurse or podiatrist, not the home health aide.
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