FREE HHA Basic Care and Comfort Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

When providing a bed bath to a patient, what is the correct water temperature?

Accepted Answer

Comfortably warm water between 105–115°F (41–46°C)

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Cold water to prevent overheating

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Very hot water to kill bacteria

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Room-temperature water only

Question 2

Which position is generally recommended for a patient with dyspnea (difficulty breathing) while resting in bed?

Accepted Answer

Semi-Fowler's or Fowler's position (head elevated 30–90°)

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Flat supine position

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Prone position

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Left lateral position only

Question 3

A patient has a pressure ulcer on their coccyx. How often should the home health aide reposition them?

Accepted Answer

Every 2 hours

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Once every 8 hours

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Once per shift

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Only when the patient requests it

Question 4

When assisting a patient to put on a shirt, which arm should be dressed first?

Accepted Answer

The weaker or affected arm

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The stronger arm

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Either arm — it does not matter

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The dominant arm always

Question 5

What is the purpose of passive range-of-motion (ROM) exercises for a bedridden patient?

Accepted Answer

To prevent contractures and maintain joint flexibility

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To build muscle strength independently

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To help the patient lose weight

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To substitute for physical therapy entirely

Question 6

When making an occupied bed, the aide should keep the patient:

Accepted Answer

Turned to one side while one half of the bed is remade, then turned to the other side

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Standing at the bedside during the entire process

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Seated in a chair for the entire linen change

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In the supine position without moving throughout