HCA HCA - Health Care Assistant Medication Assistance and Treatment Support

Question 1

Which of the following is within an HCA's scope of practice regarding medications?

Accepted Answer

Reminding patients to take their medications as directed by a nurse

Answer

HCAs may remind and assist patients with self-administered medications but may not administer or adjust medications independently.

Question 2

What should an HCA do if a patient refuses to take their prescribed medication?

Accepted Answer

Document the refusal and immediately notify the nurse

Answer

Patient refusal must be respected, documented, and reported to the nurse so appropriate follow-up can occur.

Question 3

What does the 'five rights' of medication administration include?

Accepted Answer

Right patient, right drug, right dose, right route, right time

Answer

The five rights of medication administration are: right patient, drug, dose, route, and time.

Question 4

An HCA notices a patient is experiencing a new rash after taking a medication. What is the priority action?

Accepted Answer

Notify the nurse immediately as this may indicate an allergic reaction

Answer

A new rash following medication may signal an allergic reaction requiring immediate nurse assessment.

Question 5

Which of the following is a common side effect of opioid pain medications that an HCA should monitor for?

Accepted Answer

Constipation

Answer

Constipation is a well-known side effect of opioid medications and must be monitored closely.

(HCA) Health Care Assistant Certification Practice Test