PCA Assisting with Daily Living Activities 3

Question 1

When cutting a client's fingernails, the PCA should cut them:

Accepted Answer

Straight across to help prevent ingrown nails

Answer

Cutting fingernails straight across reduces the risk of ingrown nails and skin tears.

Question 2

A client who is visually impaired sits down to eat. The PCA can best orient the client to the meal tray by:

Accepted Answer

Describing food locations using a clock-face reference (e.g., 'potatoes at 6 o'clock')

Answer

The clock-face method gives a visually impaired client a reliable spatial reference to eat independently.

Question 3

During perineal care on a female client, the PCA should clean:

Accepted Answer

From front to back to prevent introducing bacteria into the urinary tract

Answer

Front-to-back cleaning prevents fecal bacteria from contaminating the urinary tract and reducing infection risk.

Question 4

A client with Parkinson's disease is dressing and is very slow due to tremors. The PCA should:

Accepted Answer

Allow extra time and offer assistance only when the client struggles

Answer

Allowing extra time and assisting only when needed supports the client's independence and dignity.

Question 5

Which water temperature is generally considered safe for a client's bath?

Accepted Answer

100–105°F (38–41°C)

Answer

Water between 100–105°F is comfortable and safe; hotter water risks burns, especially for clients with reduced sensation.

(PCA) Personal Care Assistant Practice Test