HCA 100 Exam Questions with Correct
Answers
activities of daily living (ADLs)
self-care activities people perform daily to remain independent and to function in society
client
a person receiving care or support services in a community setting
compassionate care
Care that demonstrates concern for dignity, independence, preference, privacy, and safety
(DIPPS) of clients and their families at all times. Also known as person-centred care.
confidentiality
respecting and guarding personal and private information about another person
dignity
the state or quality of being worthy of honor or respect
DIPPS
An acronym for the five principles of compassionate care: Dignity, Independence,
Preferences, Privacy and Safety.
empathy
the ability to have an understanding of another's emotions by being able to "put yourself in
another person's shoes"
instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs)
The complex skills needed to successfully live independently
, patient
A person receiving care in a hospital setting
professionalism
An approach to work that demonstrates respect for others, commitment, competence, and
appropriate behaviour
rehabilitation
The process of restoring a person to the highest possible level of functioning through the use
of therapy, exercise, or other methods.
resident
a person living in a long-term care facility
scope of practice
The legal limits and extent of a health care worker's role.
support worker
A health care worker who provides services to people who need help with their daily needs,
both in facilities and in the community.
unregulated care providers (UCPs)
A broad term applied to staff members who assist nurses and other health care providers in
giving care
compassion
the desire to reduce suffering of another
dependence
Answers
activities of daily living (ADLs)
self-care activities people perform daily to remain independent and to function in society
client
a person receiving care or support services in a community setting
compassionate care
Care that demonstrates concern for dignity, independence, preference, privacy, and safety
(DIPPS) of clients and their families at all times. Also known as person-centred care.
confidentiality
respecting and guarding personal and private information about another person
dignity
the state or quality of being worthy of honor or respect
DIPPS
An acronym for the five principles of compassionate care: Dignity, Independence,
Preferences, Privacy and Safety.
empathy
the ability to have an understanding of another's emotions by being able to "put yourself in
another person's shoes"
instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs)
The complex skills needed to successfully live independently
, patient
A person receiving care in a hospital setting
professionalism
An approach to work that demonstrates respect for others, commitment, competence, and
appropriate behaviour
rehabilitation
The process of restoring a person to the highest possible level of functioning through the use
of therapy, exercise, or other methods.
resident
a person living in a long-term care facility
scope of practice
The legal limits and extent of a health care worker's role.
support worker
A health care worker who provides services to people who need help with their daily needs,
both in facilities and in the community.
unregulated care providers (UCPs)
A broad term applied to staff members who assist nurses and other health care providers in
giving care
compassion
the desire to reduce suffering of another
dependence
