Caregiver Certification Arizona Practice Test 4 Part 2

When should oral care be given if the resident is unconscious?

a. at least 2 times a day

b. once a day

c. only as necessary

d. every 2 hours

d. every 2 hours

When might residents with diminished vision be more at risk for falls?

a. When non-skid runners are placed on highly polished floors

b. When adequate lighting is provided

c. When wearing non-slip shoes

d. When walking in a cluttered environment

d. When walking in a cluttered environment

When working with a CVA (stroke) resident, which side should the clothing be removed?

a. Unaffected side

b. Affected side

c. The side that is closer to you

d. The side that is farthest from you

a. Unaffected side

Mr. John was admitted to the Alzheimer's unit 3 days ago. Since his admission, he has been constantly wandering the unit to look for his car keys. Which of the following is an appropriate response by the caregiver to decrease Mr. John's anxiety?

a. "Mr. John, your nephew has your car now because you can't drive anymore."

b. "Mr. John, if you had your car keys, where would you go? Please tell me about it."

c. "I haven't seen your keys, Mr. John. They must be here somewhere. I'll help you find them."

d. "I saw your keys yesterday, Mr. John. Do you think you should ask the manager about them?"

b. "Mr. John, if you had your car keys, where would you go? Please tell me about it."

Mrs. Black is legally blind and needs help finding her room. What should you do?

a. take her arm and lead her

b. guide her hand to the handrail and lead her

c. have her hold your hand and then escort her

d. have her hold your arm and then escort her

d. have her hold your arm and then escort her

You are walking with a resident, then suddenly

they begin to have a seizure. What should you do?

a. hold the resident up using your arms

b. yell for a coworker to grab a mouth guard

c. gently lower the resident to the floor

d. sit the resident in the closest chair

c. gently lower the resident to the floor

Which restraint alternative could be used to prevent a confused resident from wandering into another resident's room?

a. a floor cushion next to the bed

b. a wheelchair or chair alarm

c. an easy-release belt

d. a stop sign

d. a stop sign

Which of the following is a basic guideline when caring for a resident with dementia?

a. maintain a flexible schedule

b. maintain a yelling voice so they can hear you

c. always speak loudly and directly, but refrain from direct eye contact to make them more comfortable

d. care for them the same way as the other residents

a. maintain a flexible schedule

What should you do if a resident with Alzheimer's Disease (AD) is incontinent?

a. withhold fluids

b. dim the bathroom lights

c. mark the bathroom with a sign or picture

d. check the resident every four hours to help determine a "bathroom time"

c. mark the bathroom with a sign or picture

How can a caregiver maintain a resident's dignity and self-worth?

a. keep the resident's information confidential

b. make choices when possible for the resident

c. treat the resident like a child so they can understand you

d. know that the resident will not be sensitive about their disability

a. keep the resident's information confidential

How can a caregiver help teach ADLs to residents with intellectual disabilities?

a. it is not possible for residents to perform ADLs on their own

b. by breaking tasks into smaller steps

c. by writing the steps down on a piece of paper so that residents can understand them

d. by doing everything for the residents

b. by breaking tasks into smaller steps

When does a tolerance to drugs occur?

a. A person has a strong urge to have more

b. A person cannot stop drinking alcohol or taking drugs

c. A person needs greater amounts for effectiveness

d. A person watches the clock for the next dose

c. A person needs greater amounts for effectiveness

Which of the following is commonly known to cause resistance due to overuse?

a. Opioid

b. Antibiotics

c. Astringents

d. Antitoxins

b. Antibiotics

What is the first thing you must check before administering medication?

a. the medication label with the medication sheet

b. the doctor's order with the medication sheet

c. the doctor's order with the mediation sheet, then the pharmacy label to the medication sheet

d. the doctor's order to the pharmacy label, then the pharmacy label to the medication sheet

a. the medication label with the medication sheet

Which of the following is included in the proper documentation of the administration of PRN medication?

a. write the time administered, your initials on the medication sheet, why you gave the medication, and its effectiveness in progress notes

b. write the time, date, and why you gave the medication in a progress note

c. check the grid on the medication sheet for the time you gave the medication

d. write the date, time administered, amount used, amount remaining, your signature on the controlled sheet, and its effectiveness in progress notes

a. write the time administered, your initials on the medication sheet, why you gave the medication, and its effectiveness in progress notes

Gunther gave Mr. Miles his medication this morning, but forgot to document it on the MAR. Once Otto arrived for his shift, he saw that there was no documentation that Mr. Miles received his medication. What should Otto do?

a. fill in the appropriate spaces on Mr. Miles' medication sheet as a missed dose

b. assume that Gunther forgot to document and then fill in the appropriate spaces that Mr. Miles did receive his medication

c. ask Mr. Miles if he received his medication at the prescribed time from Gunther

d. report to the manager that Mr. Miles had no documentation of receiving his medication that morning

d. report to the manager that Mr. Miles had no documentation of receiving his medication that morning

Which of the following is true in regards to proper medication storage?

a. Medication should be stored away from heat and light

b. Only caregivers are responsible for disposing of expired medications

c. Medications can be disposed of in the trash

d. Medications should be stored on lower shelves in the refrigerator when children are in the facility

a. Medication should be stored away from heat and light

___________ is a term used to describe how much medication or how many units are to be taken at any time.

a. Dose

b. Route

c. Tablets

d. Capsules

a. Dose

How are capsule or tablet oral medications usually measured?

a. in milliliters

b. in milligrams or grams

c. in centimeters

d. in ounces

b. in milligrams or grams

Which of the following is true in regards to a client using over the counter medications?

a. a prescription is not required from the medical doctor

b. any over the counter medication can be used directly from the medication bottle

c. a medical provider order is required and the container needs the resident's name on it

d. the over the counter medication can be placed on the resident's night stand if it has the resident's name on it

c. a medical provider order is required and the container needs the resident's name on it

What does the medical term NPO mean?

a. Nothing by output

b. No pour order

c. Nothing by mouth

d. No prescribe order

c. Nothing by mouth

What type of medication is triple antibiotic ointment?

a. Oral medication

b. PRN medication

c. Narcotic medication

d. Topical medication

d. Topical medication

Where may a resident's medication be stored?

a. In the resident's bathroom

b. In the laundry room

c. In the door of the refrigerator, in a plastic bag

d. In a locked cabinet in the kitchen

d. In a locked cabinet in the kitchen

Type 1 Diabetes is a lifelong and it

a. is not curable

b. will result in amputation

c. can be treated only with oral medication

d. is curable with insulin injections

a. is not curable

Upon inspection, a surveyor noticed Visine eye drops and medication powder placed on a nightstand in a resident's room. What would the surveyor make note of the medication on the nightstand?

a. The surveyor would not make note of it and should reassure you not to worry about it because they are not considered medications.

b. If the caregiver tells the surveyor that the resident just used them a while ago, then the surveyor will not make any note of it.

c. They will be treated as medication and must be locked up.

d. If the resident wants them by their side at all times, then the surveyor will make an exception.

c. They will be treated as medication and must be locked up.

Which of the following medications is commonly used to fight infection?

a. Hypertensive

b. Antihistamine

c. Antibiotics

d. Insulin

c. Antibiotics

Quality control checks are performed on glucometers to ensure that the

a. Machine is used for the correct individual

b. Individual receives the right medicine

c. Glucometer has been used recently

d. Readings are accurate for each individual

d. Readings are accurate for each individual

Which of the following tasks is a caregiver not authorized to do?

a. apply prescription barrier ointments

b. administer prescription bowl evacuation suppositories

c. administer sliding scale insulin

d. diagnose and prescribe treatment for the severe pain of a resident

d. diagnose and prescribe treatment for the severe pain of a resident

Which of the following is a common factor for heart disease?

a. Exercise

b. Obesity

c. Malnutrition

d. Hypotension

b. Obesity

When must you write your signature and initials on the bottom of the MAR?

a. The first time you administered medication for the month

b. The last time you administered medication for the month

c. Each time you administer medication

d. If you administered medications the previous week

c. Each time you administer medication

Jean has an ointment for her skin rash. Which of the following is the medication route for ointments?

a. Topical

b. Oral

c. Ophthalmic

d. Rectally

a. Topical

What does "STAT" mean?

a. Immediately

b. Hold

c. Pick up

d. Prescription

a. Immediately

When you discuss an individual's medical condition, medications, or treatment with anyone outside your facility or with other individuals, you are violating the

a. durable power of attorney for health care

b. individual right to safety

c. individual's advanced directives

d. individual's right to confidentiality

d. individual's right to confidentiality