HCA HCA - Health Care Assistant Medication Assistance and Treatment Support 3

Question 1

Which of the following is an example of a non-pharmacological comfort measure an HCA may provide?

Accepted Answer

Applying a warm compress to relieve muscle tension

Answer

Non-pharmacological comfort measures like warm compresses are within HCA scope and do not require a medication order.

Question 2

When assisting a patient using a glucometer to check blood sugar, which is the HCA's appropriate role?

Accepted Answer

Support the patient in performing the test and report the result to the nurse

Answer

HCAs may assist with blood glucose monitoring and must report results to the nurse for clinical decisions.

Question 3

A patient on bed rest tells the HCA they are in pain and asks for more pain medication. The HCA should:

Accepted Answer

Notify the nurse of the patient's pain and document the complaint

Answer

Pain reports must be communicated to the nurse who can assess and authorize appropriate pain management.

Question 4

When applying a non-medicated topical product (e.g., moisturizing lotion) as directed, what should the HCA check before application?

Accepted Answer

The patient's skin for open wounds, rashes, or irritation and verify the product order

Answer

Before applying any topical product, HCAs must check the skin condition and verify it has been ordered.

Question 5

Which of the following statements best describes the role of the HCA in care involving heat or cold therapy?

Accepted Answer

HCAs apply heat or cold therapy only as directed and monitor the skin for any adverse reaction

Answer

Heat and cold applications must follow care plan orders, and the HCA must monitor the skin to prevent burns or injury.

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