Unit 2 Exam

Question 1 of 10

1. Question

An example of positive reinforcement is when the Home Health Aide says to the client:

"You'll feel better in the morning."
"Don't cry – you know it doesn't do you any good."
"I like the way you are trying to sit by yourself today."
"Honey, you remember what the doctor said; you have to push yourself a little."

Question 2 of 10

2. Question

The HHA is caring for a client who has terminal cancer. Personal care activities should be focused around:

the client's comfort and preference
the spouse's work schedule
the client's rehabilitation and independence
the client's children's fear of loss

Question 3 of 10

3. Question

Typical characteristics of the toddler phase of development include:

following instructions and sharing
complete language and cooperative play skills
a need for privacy and modesty
interest in explanations and beginning language skills

Question 4 of 10

4. Question

Following the death of a client, it would be acceptable for the HHA to:

seek bereavement support
ask for the family for a special memento
offer advice to the family regarding funeral expenses
request and autopsy

Question 5 of 10

5. Question

Which of the following actions is considered unethical behavior for the HHA?

Using the client's money to purchase the client's groceries
Using the client's car to drive the client to the doctor
Using the client's telephone to report client data to the Home Health agency
Using the client's money to purchase lunch for the client and HHA

Question 6 of 10

6. Question

The HHa is informed that the client has been diagnosed with a chronic illness. The HHA can help the client keep from becoming socially isolated by:

determining specific times for family visits and who should attend
helping the client arrange an activity with his friends
keeping the television on continuously
removing the telephone from the client's area

Question 7 of 10

7. Question

The right to receive considerate and respectful care in the home is a statement taken from the:

Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care
Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act
Home Care Bill of Rights
Living will

Question 8 of 10

8. Question

At times, clients verbalize beliefs which the HHA does not agree with. The HHA should:

immediately leave the home care client's home and report to the agency office
tell the client their belief is wrong
respect the client's belief
pretend to believe the same way as the client

Question 9 of 10

9. Question

When people have a positive sense of self esteem, they are most likely to feel:

unhappy
depressed
hostile
cheerful

Question 10 of 10

10. Question

The HHA finds out that a regular client wishes to have a new caregiver. The HHA should:

go to the client's home and ask why they want a change of caregiver
respect the client's right to request a different caregiver
persuade the client to change their mind
file a grievance against the client