Home Heath Aid Test Questions Part 1

1) If a client discloses their religious beliefs to the HHA and they differ, how should the HHA react?

A) Clients belief should be respected

B) Tell client to keep their belief to themselves

C) Clients are not allowed to discuss their belief with HHA

D) All of the above

2) Concerning medication dispensing, which tasks can a home health assistant handle?

A) Monitor the client's reaction and respond if needed

B) Administer the medication

C) Only administer over the counter medications

D) Adjust time or dosage

3) What should the home health aide do if a client reports discomfort?

A) Tell the client to take a nap

B) Ask the client to describe the pain then take necessary steps

C) Give the client Tylenol

D) Tell the client to wait it out

4) Why must a Home Health Aide cover their mouth when sneezing?

A) To prevent bad odors

B) To prevent the spread of germs

C) To show respect

D) To prevent injury

5) Which option is not an indication of infection?

A) High temperature

B) Redness of area

C) Swelling of area

D) Eating more than usual

6) What temperature is advised for a bed bath?

A) 110 Degree and 115 degrees F

B) 130 degree and 135 degree F

C) 80 degree

D) 90 degree

7) What's the ideal water temperature for a patient?

A) 65 degree F

B) 75 degree F

C) 105 degrees F

D) 105 degrees F

8) How long is it advised for showers to last?

A) 10 minutes

B) 15 minutes

C) 20 minutes

D) 25 minutes

9) Which location gives the most accurate body temperature?

A) Oral

B) Rectal

C) Groin

D) None of the above

10) At what oral temperature should the nurse be informed?

A) 97.3

B) 98.0

C) 100.2

D) 99.3