HAC HAC Mobility & Rehabilitation Assistance 2

Question 1

What is a contracture in the context of patient care?

Accepted Answer

A permanent shortening of a muscle or tendon causing limited joint movement

Answer

A contracture is a permanent shortening of soft tissue around a joint that results in reduced range of motion, often caused by prolonged immobility.

Question 2

A patient is ordered to use a cane. On which side should the cane be held?

Accepted Answer

On the stronger side

Answer

A cane is held on the stronger side so it can bear weight and provide lateral support opposite the weaker leg during the gait cycle.

Question 3

Which observation should a healthcare aide report immediately after a patient's first ambulation following surgery?

Accepted Answer

The patient reports dizziness and their face appears pale

Answer

Dizziness and pallor during ambulation can indicate orthostatic hypotension or other cardiovascular changes requiring prompt nursing assessment.

Question 4

When assisting a patient who begins to fall, the healthcare aide should:

Accepted Answer

Ease the patient to the floor in a controlled manner while protecting their head

Answer

Controlled lowering to the floor protects both the patient from injury and the aide from musculoskeletal strain, while keeping the head from striking hard surfaces.

Question 5

Which type of ROM exercise involves the patient doing the movement independently without assistance?

Accepted Answer

Active ROM

Answer

Active ROM is performed entirely by the patient using their own muscle strength, with no physical assistance from the aide.

(HAC) Healthcare Aide Certification Practice Test

(HAC) Healthcare Aide Certification Practice Test

HAC HAC Mobility & Rehabilitation Assistance 2