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False T/F : It is my responsibility as a caregiver to put the health and safety of my client over my own True T/F: It is my duty as a caregiver to support and encourage the independence and dignity of my client True T/F: Adult family homes are small homes in a residential neighborhood that are licensed to care for 2-6 people False T/F: Home care aides are responsible for making changes to the client's care plan True T/F: Most clients prefer to live in their own home and m...

Life activities that developmental disability affect Answer: 1. Self-care 2. Learning 3. Mobility Causes of Intellectual Disability Answer: 1. Genetic Conditions 2. Problems during pregnancy Strategies to support person w MANIA Answer: 1. Encourage self-care; 2. Encourage periods of rest 3. Do not argue Strategies to support person w EATING DISORDER Answer: 1. Be Patient 2. Be non-judgmental 3. Be positive Warning signs of suicide Answer: ...

Causes of Intellectual Disability Answer: 1. Genetic Conditions - ie. fragile X syndrome, extra chromosome 2. Problems during pregnancy - ie. alcohol/drug use, poor nutrition 3. Problems at birth - ie. premature, low birth weight 4. Problems after birth - ie. childhood diseases, infections, ABI, severe malnutrition Life activities that developmental disability affect Answer: 1. Self-care 2. Learning 3. Mobility 4. Self-direction 5. Independent living 6. Economic self-s...

HCA204 Quiz #4 Solved Examination 2024/2025

People with Alzheimer's or other dementia may. Answer: They have less physical stamina which of the following statements is true? Answer: use the persons life story to find meaningful activities The 3 categories of potential hazards are physical, financial and spiritual Answer: False which of the following are techniques on encouraging engagement Answer: A and B start activity on your own or simplify the task activities can build self esteem and enh...

The role and mandate of BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker Registry To protect the vulnerable patients, residents, and clients. To provide a database of registered care aides, and community health workers who are eligible for employment. benefits to working as a team Opportunities for collaboration Opportunities for communication Opportunities for mentorship challenges to teamwork Recognizing role boundaries Handling conflict Expressing your needs and views the steps ne...

How to Save Time and Stay Organized Answer: 1. Follow assignment sheet/care plan 2. Remember client needs and priorities 3. Set time limits - work within time limits unless client's needs more pressing 4. Remain flexible 5. Gather all equipment before starting task 6. Know what tasks need to be done at specific time 7. Start w tasks that must be done 8. Learn to say no - firmly, positively, tactfully 9. Use calendar to note down important dates/reminders 10. Allow more time tha...

ADL Answer: activities daily living Being professional involves Answer: being careful about what you say and how Who is responsible for diagnosing illness Answer: physician doctor Not needed for success Answer: good looks HCAS works Answer: under supervision of licensed nurse Individual responsible for filling prescriptions Answer: pharmacist Because of musculoskeletal changes older adults need to Answer: have a diet high ...

A clients right to decide what care he or she receives is protected by law - T/F Answer: True Mrs. Phillips continues to refuse to take her medications. What should you do?: A. Do nothing. It is her right to refuse her medication B. Hide the medication in her food. C. Report it to the case manager/supervisor. Answer: C. Report it to the case manager/supervisor When looking at the label of a client's medication, you must verify if it is the correct client, medication, ti...

AIDS stand for Answer: acquired immunodeficiency syndrome A client who determines their preferred schedules, activities, types of clothing to wear and food to eat is exercising their right to ------? Answer: self-determination if you are unsure whether someone has suffered an injury from a fall, you should: Answer: call 911 True or false: Even if you did not provide care to Mr. Franks, it's ok for you to document everything that was done for him today as long as...