HCA HCA - Health Care Assistant Medication Assistance and Treatment Support 2

Question 1

What is the primary role of an HCA when a patient is receiving oxygen therapy?

Accepted Answer

Observe and report any signs of breathing difficulty to the nurse

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Adjust the oxygen flow rate as needed

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Remove the oxygen mask if the patient is uncomfortable

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Increase the oxygen level if SpO2 drops below 90%

Question 2

When assisting a patient who uses a metered-dose inhaler (MDI), the HCA's role is to:

Accepted Answer

Remind the patient to use their inhaler as scheduled and observe for any adverse reactions

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Administer the inhaler if the patient is too tired

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Determine the correct number of puffs to administer

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Replace the inhaler when it appears empty

Question 3

Which action best demonstrates proper HCA support during wound dressing changes performed by a nurse?

Accepted Answer

Providing supplies and keeping the patient calm and still

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Cutting and applying new dressings independently

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Removing the old dressing without gloves to save time

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Deciding which type of dressing is appropriate

Question 4

A patient receiving IV fluids tells the HCA the IV site is painful and swollen. The HCA should:

Accepted Answer

Notify the nurse right away as infiltration may be occurring

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Increase the IV flow rate to flush the site

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Remove the IV catheter immediately

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Apply a warm compress and continue the infusion

Question 5

What is the safest way for an HCA to dispose of a used sharps item (e.g., lancet)?

Accepted Answer

Place directly into a designated sharps container

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Wrap in a paper towel and place in the trash

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Recap the needle and place in a regular bin

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Hand it to another staff member

Question 6

If an HCA accidentally receives a needlestick injury, the first action should be to:

Accepted Answer

Wash the site with soap and water and report the incident immediately

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Continue working and report it at the end of the shift

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Cover the site with a bandage and say nothing

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Squeeze the wound to remove any contamination