HCA EXAM 1 PRACTICE QUESTIONS WITH
VERIFIED ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE
GRADED A+
When providing care, which of the following best describes the responsibility of
a support worker regarding a client's care plan?
A) The support worker may modify the care plan based on the client's
preferences.
B) The support worker must follow the care plan exactly as written and report
any concerns to a supervisor.
C) The support worker can ignore the care plan if they feel the client's needs
have changed.
D) The support worker should develop a new care plan if they feel the current
one is inadequate. --CORRECT ANSWER--B
Which of the following is considered a violation of a client's right to
confidentiality?
A) Discussing the client's care plan with the healthcare team in a private setting.
B) Sharing client information with a family member without the client's
permission.
C) Documenting the client's care in the facility's electronic health record.
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,D) Reporting client information to the client's doctor for follow-up. --
CORRECT ANSWER--B
Which communication technique should be used when speaking to a client with
hearing impairment?
A) Shouting to ensure they hear you.
B) Speaking clearly and at a moderate pace while facing the client.
C) Avoiding eye contact to prevent the client from becoming uncomfortable.
D) Using medical terminology to sound more professional. --CORRECT
ANSWER--B
Which of the following demonstrates a strong work ethic in the role of a support
worker?
A) Always finishing tasks quickly, even if the quality is compromised.
B) Arriving late occasionally but compensating by working faster.
C) Being punctual, reliable, and taking responsibility for your actions.
D) Delegating difficult tasks to other team members. --CORRECT ANSWER--
C
Which approach best promotes a client's independence during daily care?
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,A) Performing all tasks for the client to ensure efficiency.
B) Allowing the client to attempt tasks on their own with supervision and
assistance when needed.
C) Instructing the client on how to do tasks but not offering help.
D) Telling the client what to do without allowing for their input. --CORRECT
ANSWER--B
When assisting a client with bathing, what is the best way to ensure the client's
dignity and comfort?
A) Leaving the client alone in the bathroom for privacy.
B) Rushing through the bath to minimize the client's discomfort.
C) Covering the client with a towel during the bath and explaining each step
before you perform it.
D) Bathing the client in the common area to save time. --CORRECT
ANSWER--C
What is one of the key goals of the Canadian healthcare system?
A) To provide healthcare based on the ability to pay
B) To ensure equitable access to healthcare for all citizens
C) To privatize healthcare services
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, D) To limit access to healthcare for non-residents --CORRECT ANSWER--B
The Canada Health Act governs which aspect of the Canadian healthcare
system?
A) Private insurance companies
B) The provision of dental services
C) The delivery of universal healthcare services
D) Prescription drug pricing --CORRECT ANSWER--C
Which of the following options lists the five main principles of the Canada
Health Act?
A) Public Administration, Comprehensiveness, Universality, Portability,
Accessibility
B) Public Administration, Affordability, Universality, Portability, Accessibility
C) Comprehensiveness, Accountability, Universality, Portability, Accessibility
D) Public Administration, Comprehensiveness, Universality, Affordability,
Accessibility --CORRECT ANSWER--A
Which level of healthcare is primarily concerned with disease prevention and
health promotion?
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VERIFIED ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE
GRADED A+
When providing care, which of the following best describes the responsibility of
a support worker regarding a client's care plan?
A) The support worker may modify the care plan based on the client's
preferences.
B) The support worker must follow the care plan exactly as written and report
any concerns to a supervisor.
C) The support worker can ignore the care plan if they feel the client's needs
have changed.
D) The support worker should develop a new care plan if they feel the current
one is inadequate. --CORRECT ANSWER--B
Which of the following is considered a violation of a client's right to
confidentiality?
A) Discussing the client's care plan with the healthcare team in a private setting.
B) Sharing client information with a family member without the client's
permission.
C) Documenting the client's care in the facility's electronic health record.
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,D) Reporting client information to the client's doctor for follow-up. --
CORRECT ANSWER--B
Which communication technique should be used when speaking to a client with
hearing impairment?
A) Shouting to ensure they hear you.
B) Speaking clearly and at a moderate pace while facing the client.
C) Avoiding eye contact to prevent the client from becoming uncomfortable.
D) Using medical terminology to sound more professional. --CORRECT
ANSWER--B
Which of the following demonstrates a strong work ethic in the role of a support
worker?
A) Always finishing tasks quickly, even if the quality is compromised.
B) Arriving late occasionally but compensating by working faster.
C) Being punctual, reliable, and taking responsibility for your actions.
D) Delegating difficult tasks to other team members. --CORRECT ANSWER--
C
Which approach best promotes a client's independence during daily care?
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,A) Performing all tasks for the client to ensure efficiency.
B) Allowing the client to attempt tasks on their own with supervision and
assistance when needed.
C) Instructing the client on how to do tasks but not offering help.
D) Telling the client what to do without allowing for their input. --CORRECT
ANSWER--B
When assisting a client with bathing, what is the best way to ensure the client's
dignity and comfort?
A) Leaving the client alone in the bathroom for privacy.
B) Rushing through the bath to minimize the client's discomfort.
C) Covering the client with a towel during the bath and explaining each step
before you perform it.
D) Bathing the client in the common area to save time. --CORRECT
ANSWER--C
What is one of the key goals of the Canadian healthcare system?
A) To provide healthcare based on the ability to pay
B) To ensure equitable access to healthcare for all citizens
C) To privatize healthcare services
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, D) To limit access to healthcare for non-residents --CORRECT ANSWER--B
The Canada Health Act governs which aspect of the Canadian healthcare
system?
A) Private insurance companies
B) The provision of dental services
C) The delivery of universal healthcare services
D) Prescription drug pricing --CORRECT ANSWER--C
Which of the following options lists the five main principles of the Canada
Health Act?
A) Public Administration, Comprehensiveness, Universality, Portability,
Accessibility
B) Public Administration, Affordability, Universality, Portability, Accessibility
C) Comprehensiveness, Accountability, Universality, Portability, Accessibility
D) Public Administration, Comprehensiveness, Universality, Affordability,
Accessibility --CORRECT ANSWER--A
Which level of healthcare is primarily concerned with disease prevention and
health promotion?
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