PCA Duties and Responsibilities 2

Question 1

A client refuses to take a bath on the scheduled day. What is the best action for a PCA?

Accepted Answer

Respect the refusal, document it, and report to the supervisor

Answer

PCAs must respect client autonomy; refusals should be documented and reported to a supervisor.

Question 2

Which of the following is within the PCA's scope of duties regarding wound care?

Accepted Answer

Reporting signs of infection to a supervisor

Answer

PCAs are not licensed to perform wound care procedures but must observe and report any signs of infection.

Question 3

When assisting a client with ambulation, what is the PCA's primary responsibility?

Accepted Answer

Provide support and monitor for instability

Answer

The PCA's primary role during ambulation is to provide physical support and watch for signs of imbalance or fatigue.

Question 4

A PCA notices a client's skin is red and broken down over the tailbone. What should the PCA do first?

Accepted Answer

Report the finding to the supervisor immediately

Answer

Skin breakdown is a serious finding that must be reported to a supervisor promptly to prevent worsening pressure injuries.

Question 5

Which task is typically included in a PCA's home management responsibilities?

Accepted Answer

Light housekeeping such as vacuuming and dusting

Answer

PCAs commonly perform light housekeeping tasks like vacuuming, dusting, and laundry to maintain a safe home environment.

(PCA) Personal Care Assistant Practice Test