HHA FINAL EXAM |Question and Answer| 100% Correct

HHA FINAL EXAM |Question and Answer| 100% Correct Which of the following healthcare settings is for people who will die in approximately six months or less? *Ans* Hospice Care _________ is care given by specialists to help restore or improve function after an illness or injury. *Ans* Rehabilitation Another name for 24-hour skilled care that takes place in nursing homes, or extended care facilities, is called_______. *Ans* Long-term care For what percentage of home care costs does Medicare pay? *Ans* 41% Medicare will pay for *Ans* only care that is determined to be medically necessary The abbreviation HMO stands for? *Ans* health maintenance organization Which of the following factors helps explain the purpose of and need for home health care? *Ans* People who are ill or disabled feel more comfortable at home. Which of the following is a key event in the history of home care services? *Ans* In 1959, a national conference on home-maker services was held Which of the following is required by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding home health aides? *Ans* HHA must have completed at least 75 hrs of training before they can begin working. What may be different about working in a home than working in a facility? *Ans* Home health aides have more contact with the client's family. Which member of the care team diagnoses disease and prescribe treatment? *Ans* Physician (MD) Which care team members are licensed professionals who may assign tasks to HHAs? *Ans* Nurses, occupational therapists Which statement is true of a HHAs responsibilities if an activity is not listed in the care plan? *Ans* The HHA should not perform the activity if it is not listed on the care plan Which statement is true of clients? *Ans* The care team revolves around the client and his or her condition, treatment, and progress