Caregiver Basic Medical Knowledge 3

Question 1

What is the first action when a client falls?

Accepted Answer

Check for injuries before moving the client

Answer

Immediately try to lift them up

Answer

Call 911 right away

Answer

Leave to find another caregiver

Question 2

Normal oral body temperature is approximately:

Accepted Answer

98.6°F (37°C)

Answer

96.0°F (35.6°C)

Answer

100.4°F (38°C)

Answer

101.0°F (38.3°C)

Question 3

Bluish discoloration of the skin and nail beds is called:

Accepted Answer

Cyanosis

Answer

Jaundice

Answer

Edema

Answer

Anemia

Question 4

How often should a bedridden client be repositioned to prevent pressure ulcers?

Accepted Answer

Every 2 hours

Answer

Every 4-6 hours

Answer

Once per shift

Answer

Only when requested

Question 5

A client on blood thinners has a nosebleed. What should the caregiver do?

Accepted Answer

Have them lean forward and pinch the soft part of the nose

Answer

Tilt their head back

Answer

Pack the nose tightly with cotton

Answer

Call 911 immediately

Question 6

What is the term for difficulty swallowing?

Accepted Answer

Dysphagia

Answer

Dyspnea

Answer

Dysuria

Answer

Dystonia