HCA - Health Care Assistant Medication Assistance and Treatment Support Flashcards
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Which of the following is an example of a non-pharmacological comfort measure an HCA may provide?
Answer: Applying a warm compress to relieve muscle tension
Non-pharmacological comfort measures like warm compresses are within HCA scope and do not require a medication order.
When assisting a patient using a glucometer to check blood sugar, which is the HCA's appropriate role?
Answer: Support the patient in performing the test and report the result to the nurse
HCAs may assist with blood glucose monitoring and must report results to the nurse for clinical decisions.
A patient on bed rest tells the HCA they are in pain and asks for more pain medication. The HCA should:
Answer: Notify the nurse of the patient's pain and document the complaint
Pain reports must be communicated to the nurse who can assess and authorize appropriate pain management.
When applying a non-medicated topical product (e.g., moisturizing lotion) as directed, what should the HCA check before application?
Answer: The patient's skin for open wounds, rashes, or irritation and verify the product order
Before applying any topical product, HCAs must check the skin condition and verify it has been ordered.
Which of the following statements best describes the role of the HCA in care involving heat or cold therapy?
Answer: HCAs apply heat or cold therapy only as directed and monitor the skin for any adverse reaction
Heat and cold applications must follow care plan orders, and the HCA must monitor the skin to prevent burns or injury.
What is the main reason HCAs are not permitted to take verbal or telephone orders for treatments?
Answer: Verbal orders require the clinical judgment and licensure of a nurse or physician
Accepting and acting on medical orders requires clinical licensure and accountability that falls outside the HCA's scope.