CPCA CPCA Emergency Response & First Aid 2

Question 1

A client with diabetes is shaking, sweating, and confused. What condition should the aide suspect?

Accepted Answer

Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)

Answer

Shaking, sweating, and confusion are classic signs of hypoglycemia, which requires prompt action to raise blood sugar.

Question 2

If a conscious diabetic client is experiencing hypoglycemia, what should the aide give them?

Accepted Answer

15 grams of fast-acting carbohydrates such as 4 oz of juice

Answer

The '15-15 rule' recommends 15 grams of fast-acting carbohydrates to raise blood sugar quickly in a conscious hypoglycemic client.

Question 3

A client develops sudden facial drooping, arm weakness, and slurred speech. What condition should the aide suspect?

Accepted Answer

Stroke

Answer

Facial drooping, arm weakness, and speech difficulty are the hallmark FAST signs of a stroke requiring immediate EMS activation.

Question 4

During a seizure, what is the most important action a personal care aide should take?

Accepted Answer

Clear the area of hazards and protect the client's head

Answer

Protecting the client from injury by clearing hazards and cushioning the head is the correct approach; restraining or placing objects in the mouth is dangerous.

Question 5

A client has spilled hot liquid on their arm and the skin is red and blistering. What is the immediate first aid action?

Accepted Answer

Run cool (not cold) water over the burn for 10–20 minutes

Answer

Cool running water removes heat from a burn and reduces tissue damage; butter and ice can worsen burns.

(CPCA) Certified Personal Care Aide Practice Test

(CPCA) Certified Personal Care Aide Practice Test

CPCA CPCA Emergency Response & First Aid 2