PCA Health & Safety Protocols 3

Question 1

When using a RACE protocol during a fire, what does the letter 'C' stand for?

Accepted Answer

Contain the fire by closing doors

Answer

In RACE (Rescue, Alarm, Contain, Extinguish/Evacuate), 'C' stands for Contain — closing doors slows the spread of fire and smoke.

Question 2

A client begins choking and cannot cough, speak, or breathe. After calling 911, what should the PCA do next?

Accepted Answer

Perform abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver) immediately

Answer

A conscious adult who cannot cough or breathe requires immediate abdominal thrusts to clear a complete airway obstruction.

Question 3

Which environmental modification is most effective for preventing falls in an elderly client's home?

Accepted Answer

Installing grab bars in the bathroom and securing loose rugs

Answer

Grab bars provide stable support in high-risk areas, and securing loose rugs eliminates a major tripping hazard.

Question 4

A client's oxygen concentrator alarms and stops flowing. What should the PCA do first?

Accepted Answer

Check that the device is plugged in and the tubing is not kinked, then call for help if the alarm continues

Answer

A quick check for power and obstructions can resolve simple equipment failures; if the problem persists, supervisor or emergency services must be contacted.

Question 5

A PCA finds a client unconscious and not breathing. CPR-trained agency policy requires calling 911 first. After calling, what is the next step?

Accepted Answer

Begin chest compressions at a rate of 100–120 per minute

Answer

After activating EMS, immediate high-quality chest compressions at 100–120 per minute are the next priority to maintain circulation.

(PCA) Personal Care Assistant Practice Test

(PCA) Personal Care Assistant Practice Test

PCA Health & Safety Protocols 3