Approved Home Health Aide
Certification 2025/2024 Exam *Q&A*
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What is one key responsibility of a Home Health Aide when assisting with personal hygiene?
Providing privacy and ensuring safety while helping with tasks such as bathing and
grooming.
What is the most impor...
Approved Home Health Aide
Certification 2025/2024 Exam *Q&A*
|Verified Study Set|
What is one key responsibility of a Home Health Aide when assisting with personal hygiene?
Providing privacy and ensuring safety while helping with tasks such as bathing and
grooming.
What is the most important aspect of infection control in home care?
Proper hand hygiene, which includes washing hands thoroughly with soap and water or
using hand sanitizer.
Which of the following is a sign of dehydration in an elderly patient?
Dry skin, confusion, and decreased urination.
All of the above.
How should a Home Health Aide respond to a client's complaint of dizziness after standing up?
Encourage the client to sit back down and notify the supervisor immediately.
Which factor is essential when creating a care plan for a home health client?
Individualized care based on the client's specific needs and preferences.
What is a Home Health Aide's role in managing a client’s medication?
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, Assisting with reminders and ensuring the client takes medications according to the care
plan, but not administering them.
Which of the following is important when helping a client with meal preparation?
Following any dietary restrictions or preferences outlined in the care plan.
How should a Home Health Aide assist a client who is at risk of falling?
Stay nearby for support, use assistive devices if necessary, and make sure the environment is
free from obstacles.
What should a Home Health Aide do if they notice unusual changes in a client's behavior or
condition?
Report the changes to the supervisor or nurse immediately.
How can a Home Health Aide support a client’s emotional well-being?
By offering companionship, listening, and showing empathy in all interactions.
Why is it important to maintain client confidentiality in home care?
To comply with legal requirements like HIPAA and protect the client’s personal information.
Which of the following should a Home Health Aide do when assisting with a bed bath?
Use warm water, maintain privacy, and clean from the cleanest to the dirtiest areas.
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, What is the correct response when a client refuses care?
Respect the client’s decision, document the refusal, and inform the supervisor.
How should a Home Health Aide help prevent pressure sores in a bedridden client?
Regularly change the client's position and check for signs of skin breakdown.
What should a Home Health Aide do if a client expresses concerns about their health?
Listen attentively, reassure the client, and report the concerns to the supervisor.
What is the proper way to lift or transfer a client to avoid injury?
Use proper body mechanics, including bending at the knees and keeping the back straight,
and seek assistance if necessary.
What is one way a Home Health Aide can help maintain a client’s dignity during personal care
tasks?
By explaining each step of the care process and allowing the client to do as much as they can
independently.
Why is it important for a Home Health Aide to understand the cultural background of their
client?
To provide care that is respectful and sensitive to the client’s personal and cultural
preferences.
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