IHSS Medication & Health Monitoring 2

Question 1

A recipient's physician prescribed a new blood pressure medication. As an IHSS provider, what is your role regarding this medication?

Accepted Answer

Remind the recipient to take it and assist as authorized by their care plan

Answer

IHSS providers may remind and assist recipients with medications only as specifically authorized in the care plan.

Question 2

While assisting a recipient, you notice their prescription label says 'take with food' but they want to take it on an empty stomach. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Remind the recipient of the label instructions and encourage them to follow it

Answer

Providers should remind recipients of label directions while respecting their autonomy, and report concerns to a supervisor if safety is at risk.

Question 3

A recipient takes warfarin (a blood thinner). Which observation should you report to a supervisor immediately?

Accepted Answer

The recipient has unexplained bruising or bleeding gums

Answer

Unusual bruising or bleeding in a warfarin patient is a serious sign that requires immediate reporting.

Question 4

What does the term 'PRN' on a medication label mean?

Accepted Answer

Take as needed

Answer

PRN is a Latin abbreviation for 'pro re nata,' meaning the medication is taken only when necessary.

Question 5

A recipient says they stopped taking their insulin because 'it makes them feel bad.' What is the most appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Encourage them to share this concern with their doctor and report it to your supervisor

Answer

Providers should encourage recipients to speak with their healthcare provider and report significant health concerns through proper channels.

(IHSS) In-Home Supportive Services certified provider Practice Test

(IHSS) In-Home Supportive Services certified provider Practice Test

IHSS Medication & Health Monitoring 2