IHSS Medication & Health Monitoring

Question 1

What is the primary role of an IHSS provider in medication administration?

Accepted Answer

Remind clients to take their medications as prescribed.

Answer

Administer all medications as prescribed.

Answer

Alter dosages if necessary.

Answer

Dispense over-the-counter medications.

Question 2

What should an IHSS provider do if a client refuses to take their prescribed medication?

Accepted Answer

Document the refusal and inform the healthcare team.

Answer

Force the client to take the medication.

Answer

Ignore the refusal and continue with other tasks.

Answer

Offer the client a different medication.

Question 3

What vital sign should an IHSS provider regularly monitor for clients with hypertension?

Accepted Answer

Blood pressure.

Answer

Respiratory rate.

Answer

Oxygen saturation levels.

Answer

Temperature.

Question 4

Which of the following is a sign that an IHSS client may be experiencing an adverse reaction to medication?

Accepted Answer

Dizziness, rash, or difficulty breathing.

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Increased appetite.

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Improved energy levels.

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Decreased need for sleep.

Question 5

What action should an IHSS provider take if a client shows signs of dehydration?

Accepted Answer

Encourage the client to drink fluids and monitor symptoms.

Answer

Administer oral rehydration salts.

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Offer the client coffee or alcohol.

Answer

Ignore the symptoms as they are normal.

Question 6

How should an IHSS provider handle a situation where a client's blood sugar is abnormally high or low?

Accepted Answer

Notify the healthcare provider and follow the care plan.

Answer

Administer insulin without checking with a doctor.

Answer

Let the client rest until the condition improves.

Answer

Ignore the symptoms, as they will resolve on their own.