HCA 102 Final Exam: Short Answer Review

What does S.M.A.R.T stand for? Provide one example.

Specific

Measurable

Achievable

Realistic

Timely

Ex. I will lose 10 pounds in the next three months by working out three times a week and eating a healthy diet.

Identify three (3) Dimensions of Health. Provide an example of a potential stressor for each.

1. Physical - injury or illness

2. Emotional - frustration

3. Social - bullying or isolation

List the six (6) essential nutrients.

1. Carbohydrates

2. Proteins

3. Fats

4. Vitamins

5. Minerals

6. Water

List four (4) observations of the client during bathing, that you would report and record.

1. Skin temperature

2. Complaints of pain or discomfort

3. The colour of the skin, lips, nails beds, and sclera

4. Bruises, rashes, bleeding

List three (3) steps of the problem solving process and explain each.

1. Identify the problem - determine if you have a problem and what it is.

2. Analyze the problem - think about what kind of problem it is.

3. Find a solution - think of as many solutions as you can. decide which is most practical and helpful, but always be sure that it is safe.

Identify two (2) special diets. Explain why they would be used and give 2 food item examples for each diet.

1. Clear liquid - used for acute illnesses

   (Ex. jello, hard candy)

2. Full liquid - used for people who are unable to chew, swallow or digest solid foods

   (Ex. strained soups, yogurt)

Define Home Management. Identify three (3) care activities that would be involved.

Definition: the cleaning and organizing of a home

Ex.

1. Make the bed(s)

2. Clean the floor

3. Replenish supplies

Identify three (3) care activities that you would perform for AM care and HS care for each.

AM care:

1. Dressing and grooming

2. Perineum care

3. Oral hygiene

HS care:

1. Relaxing the client

2. Increasing comfort

3. Face and Hand washing

Identify three (3) Pre-Procedure activities that you would do before starting care.

1. Greet and identify the client

2. Perform hand hygiene

3. Explain the procedure

Identify three (3) Post-Procedure activities that you would do before leaving your client.

1. Return bed to the lowest position

2. Place call bell within reach

3. Raise or lower bed rails according to care plan

List three (3) ways to save time and stay organized.

1. Follow assignment sheet or care plan

2. Know what tasks needs to be done at a certain time

3. Set yourself time limits and work within limits

Identify two (2) signs of job burnout.

1. Lack of sleep

1. Depression, Anxiety

Identify three (3) guidelines for bathing clients.

1. Make sure the client fully understands the procedure before you begin

2. Collect all items needed before starting the procedure

3. Provide privacy (close doors, shades, drapes or privacy curtains)