CALE EXAM AND PRACTICE EXAM NEWEST 2026/2027
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Question 1
A resident with advanced dementia frequently yells out and
appears agitated. What is the FIRST step?
A. Administer an as-needed antipsychotic
B. Redirect to a quiet activity
C. Assess for unmet needs (pain, hunger, toileting)
D. Restrain to prevent injury
Answer: C
Rationale: Unmet physical needs (pain, hunger, thirst, toileting) or
environmental factors often trigger agitation in dementia.
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,Assessment before chemical/physical restraint is standard and
regulatory.
Question 2
Which of the following is a sign of possible urinary tract infection
(UTI) in an elderly resident?
A. Sudden confusion or behavior change
B. Fever above 104°F
C. Increased appetite
D. Bradycardia
Answer: A
Rationale: In older adults, delirium or acute change in mental status
is often the only presenting sign of UTI, without classic urinary
symptoms.
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,Question 3
A resident has a stage 2 pressure injury on the sacrum. Which
intervention is priority?
A. Apply antibiotic ointment
B. Turn/reposition every 2 hours
C. Use a donut cushion
D. Apply heat pack
Answer: B
Rationale: Pressure relief is primary for pressure injury
management. Donut cushions can impede circulation. Heat is not
indicated.
Question 4
According to federal regulations, assisted living residents have
the right to:
A. Administer their own medications without any assessment
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, B. Refuse treatment even if it increases risk
C. Use physical restraints if requested by family
D. Have 24-hour skilled nursing
Answer: B
Rationale: Residents retain the right to refuse treatment, even if that
decision increases risk, as long as they have decision-making
capacity.
Question 5
When helping a resident transfer from bed to wheelchair, where
should the wheelchair be placed?
A. Parallel to bed on weak side
B. At a 45-degree angle to bed on strong side
C. Directly facing the headboard
D. Behind the resident
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TEST BANK| COMPLETE 950 QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
ALREADY GRADED A+| CALE EXAM PREP|| BRAND
NEW!!
Question 1
A resident with advanced dementia frequently yells out and
appears agitated. What is the FIRST step?
A. Administer an as-needed antipsychotic
B. Redirect to a quiet activity
C. Assess for unmet needs (pain, hunger, toileting)
D. Restrain to prevent injury
Answer: C
Rationale: Unmet physical needs (pain, hunger, thirst, toileting) or
environmental factors often trigger agitation in dementia.
1
,Assessment before chemical/physical restraint is standard and
regulatory.
Question 2
Which of the following is a sign of possible urinary tract infection
(UTI) in an elderly resident?
A. Sudden confusion or behavior change
B. Fever above 104°F
C. Increased appetite
D. Bradycardia
Answer: A
Rationale: In older adults, delirium or acute change in mental status
is often the only presenting sign of UTI, without classic urinary
symptoms.
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,Question 3
A resident has a stage 2 pressure injury on the sacrum. Which
intervention is priority?
A. Apply antibiotic ointment
B. Turn/reposition every 2 hours
C. Use a donut cushion
D. Apply heat pack
Answer: B
Rationale: Pressure relief is primary for pressure injury
management. Donut cushions can impede circulation. Heat is not
indicated.
Question 4
According to federal regulations, assisted living residents have
the right to:
A. Administer their own medications without any assessment
3
, B. Refuse treatment even if it increases risk
C. Use physical restraints if requested by family
D. Have 24-hour skilled nursing
Answer: B
Rationale: Residents retain the right to refuse treatment, even if that
decision increases risk, as long as they have decision-making
capacity.
Question 5
When helping a resident transfer from bed to wheelchair, where
should the wheelchair be placed?
A. Parallel to bed on weak side
B. At a 45-degree angle to bed on strong side
C. Directly facing the headboard
D. Behind the resident
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