Which of these statements about the elderly is true?
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The ability to make observations is even more important when working with infants and young children than it is when working with adults. The chief reason for this is that infants and young children:
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In communicating with a client who is hard of hearing, the aide should
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The telephone numbers of all of the following are importantto a client. Which number must the home health aide have next to the telephone?
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When working with persons who are disabled, the general goal of care is to:
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In which of these cases may cold applications cause injury to a client?
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If a client is to have a fluid intake record kept, the right time to record the client’s fluids is:
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An elderly male client occasionally wets his trousers. What should the home health aide do?
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A client’s prescription for heart pills has recently been changed. The home health aide should notify the agency supervisor immediately if the client makes which of these comments?
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A client who has been on bed rest is too weak to get up in a chair. The home health aide helps the client to sit on the edge of the bed. The client says, “I am dizzy.” What should the aide do?
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Pressure ulcers are most likely to develop
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Any change in the condition of a client’s skin should be
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In giving foot care to a client who has diabetes, the home health aide should NOT take which of these actions?
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A normal diet is one that is well-balanced and has no restrictions.
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You should assist the patient in getting to his feet and walking to the bed if he falls and complains of hip discomfort.
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Before beginning a procedure, always explain what you're about to do to the patient.
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Vest restraints should never be fastened with bed rails.
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Anyone who is clear-headed today can smoke in bed.
