IHSS Medication & Health Monitoring 3

Question 1

Which of the following is an example of a CONTROLLED substance that an IHSS provider must handle with extra caution?

Accepted Answer

Oxycodone (a prescription opioid)

Answer

Oxycodone is a Schedule II controlled substance with strict legal regulations governing its handling and storage.

Question 2

A recipient has a patch medication (transdermal patch) that needs to be changed. What is an important safety step?

Accepted Answer

Remove the old patch before applying the new one in a different location

Answer

The old patch must be removed and discarded properly before applying a new patch to a different skin site to prevent overdose.

Question 3

A recipient asks you to pick up their prescription from the pharmacy. This task is:

Accepted Answer

Allowed only if specifically authorized in the IHSS care plan

Answer

Picking up prescriptions is a supportive task that must be specifically authorized in the recipient's care plan to be within the provider's role.

Question 4

A recipient's oxygen saturation (SpO2) reads 88%. This is:

Accepted Answer

A medical emergency requiring immediate action

Answer

An SpO2 below 90% is considered a medical emergency and requires immediate action, including calling 911.

Question 5

What should a provider do with expired medications found in the home?

Accepted Answer

Notify the recipient and suggest they consult their pharmacist for proper disposal

Answer

Providers should inform the recipient and recommend consulting a pharmacist, as safe disposal methods vary by medication type.

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