[STUDY GUIDE] • HIGH-YIELD PRACTICE & REVIEW EDITION
NACC PSW Exam Review Questions &
Verified Answers for 2026/2027 Updated
Edition
Comprehensive Examination Question Bank • Concept Mapping
TOTAL QUESTIONS EXAM TOPICS ANSWERS
191 Questions 14 Modules 100% Verified
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 191 verified questions with correct answers focusing on personal support worker knowledge and
related health topics. Each item pairs a question with the correct answer, making it suitable for study, review, and certification
preparation in the health care field.
EXAM BLUEPRINT & TOPIC DISTRIBUTION
Systematic breakdown of subject domains and exam coverage.
Topic Module Scope & Core Focus Questions Share (%)
Examines the structure and function of red blood cells and their role
Red Blood Cells and Hemoglobin in oxygen transport. 14 Qs 7.3%
Focuses on the principles and practices of mobility support for
Physical Mobility and Ambulation clients. 14 Qs 7.3%
Addresses the prevention and management of skin breakdown and
Skin Integrity and Wound Care wounds. 14 Qs 7.3%
Covers the processes involved in nutrition, digestion, and the body's
Nutrition and Digestion dietary needs. 14 Qs 7.3%
Explores the rights of individuals in health care settings and the
Human Rights and Ethical Care ethical principles guiding care. 14 Qs 7.3%
Mental Health and Emotional Investigates aspects of mental health, including stress and emotional
Well-being health. 14 Qs 7.3%
Basic First Aid Principles Covers foundational first aid practices and emergency response. 14 Qs 7.3%
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Anatomy and Physiology Overview Focuses on the basic structure and function of the human body. 14 Qs 7.3%
Examines effective communication strategies in health care
Communication in Health Care interactions. 14 Qs 7.3%
Explores the duties and ethical responsibilities of personal support
Caregiver Roles and Responsibilities workers. 13 Qs 6.8%
Addresses how to respond to various emergencies and ensure client
Emergency Situations and Safety safety. 13 Qs 6.8%
Client Assessment and Care
Planning Focuses on the assessment process and planning for client care. 13 Qs 6.8%
Covers the processes involved in rehabilitation and support for
Rehabilitation and Recovery recovery. 13 Qs 6.8%
Legal and Professional Standards Explores the legal aspects and professional standards in health care. 13 Qs 6.8%
Total Exam Coverage 14 Integrated Topic Modules 191 Qs 100.0%
TOPIC 1: RED BLOOD CELLS AND HEMOGLOBIN
14 Questions • 7.3% of Exam • Examines the structure and function of red blood cells and their role in oxygen transport.
QUESTION 1
The substance in red blood cells that carries oxygen and gives blood its red color
Answer: Hemoglobin.
QUESTION 2
Lack of oxygen in the cells
Answer: Hypoxia.
QUESTION 3
Before meals
Answer: A.c.
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QUESTION 4
Difficulty understanding spoken or written words, language
Answer: Receptive aphasia.
QUESTION 5
Hair loss
Answer: Alopecia.
QUESTION 6
How we encode, process, store, and retrieve information. Not related to personality.
Answer: Cognitive.
QUESTION 7
Stealing, taking advantage of, or threatening someone for financial gain
Answer: Financial abuse.
QUESTION 8
The stage when children begin playing with each other
Answer: Preschool years.
QUESTION 9
Part of the heart that pumps oxygenated blood to the body
Answer: Left Ventricle.
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QUESTION 10
Behaviour becomes disorganized and chaotic, avoid stimulating environment
Answer: Manic phase of bipolar disorder.
QUESTION 11
Carry blood away from the heart
Answer: Arteries.
QUESTION 12
Protects the body from disease and infection
Answer: Immune system.
QUESTION 13
The pulse felt at the wrist, most common method
Answer: Radial pulse.
QUESTION 14
Loneliness and isolation
Answer: Not obvious hearing problems.
TOPIC 2: PHYSICAL MOBILITY AND AMBULATION
14 Questions • 7.3% of Exam • Focuses on the principles and practices of mobility support for clients.
QUESTION 15
The act of walking. Do not let client shuffle or slide after bed rest
Answer: Ambulation.
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NACC PSW Exam Review Questions &
Verified Answers for 2026/2027 Updated
Edition
Comprehensive Examination Question Bank • Concept Mapping
TOTAL QUESTIONS EXAM TOPICS ANSWERS
191 Questions 14 Modules 100% Verified
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 191 verified questions with correct answers focusing on personal support worker knowledge and
related health topics. Each item pairs a question with the correct answer, making it suitable for study, review, and certification
preparation in the health care field.
EXAM BLUEPRINT & TOPIC DISTRIBUTION
Systematic breakdown of subject domains and exam coverage.
Topic Module Scope & Core Focus Questions Share (%)
Examines the structure and function of red blood cells and their role
Red Blood Cells and Hemoglobin in oxygen transport. 14 Qs 7.3%
Focuses on the principles and practices of mobility support for
Physical Mobility and Ambulation clients. 14 Qs 7.3%
Addresses the prevention and management of skin breakdown and
Skin Integrity and Wound Care wounds. 14 Qs 7.3%
Covers the processes involved in nutrition, digestion, and the body's
Nutrition and Digestion dietary needs. 14 Qs 7.3%
Explores the rights of individuals in health care settings and the
Human Rights and Ethical Care ethical principles guiding care. 14 Qs 7.3%
Mental Health and Emotional Investigates aspects of mental health, including stress and emotional
Well-being health. 14 Qs 7.3%
Basic First Aid Principles Covers foundational first aid practices and emergency response. 14 Qs 7.3%
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Anatomy and Physiology Overview Focuses on the basic structure and function of the human body. 14 Qs 7.3%
Examines effective communication strategies in health care
Communication in Health Care interactions. 14 Qs 7.3%
Explores the duties and ethical responsibilities of personal support
Caregiver Roles and Responsibilities workers. 13 Qs 6.8%
Addresses how to respond to various emergencies and ensure client
Emergency Situations and Safety safety. 13 Qs 6.8%
Client Assessment and Care
Planning Focuses on the assessment process and planning for client care. 13 Qs 6.8%
Covers the processes involved in rehabilitation and support for
Rehabilitation and Recovery recovery. 13 Qs 6.8%
Legal and Professional Standards Explores the legal aspects and professional standards in health care. 13 Qs 6.8%
Total Exam Coverage 14 Integrated Topic Modules 191 Qs 100.0%
TOPIC 1: RED BLOOD CELLS AND HEMOGLOBIN
14 Questions • 7.3% of Exam • Examines the structure and function of red blood cells and their role in oxygen transport.
QUESTION 1
The substance in red blood cells that carries oxygen and gives blood its red color
Answer: Hemoglobin.
QUESTION 2
Lack of oxygen in the cells
Answer: Hypoxia.
QUESTION 3
Before meals
Answer: A.c.
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QUESTION 4
Difficulty understanding spoken or written words, language
Answer: Receptive aphasia.
QUESTION 5
Hair loss
Answer: Alopecia.
QUESTION 6
How we encode, process, store, and retrieve information. Not related to personality.
Answer: Cognitive.
QUESTION 7
Stealing, taking advantage of, or threatening someone for financial gain
Answer: Financial abuse.
QUESTION 8
The stage when children begin playing with each other
Answer: Preschool years.
QUESTION 9
Part of the heart that pumps oxygenated blood to the body
Answer: Left Ventricle.
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QUESTION 10
Behaviour becomes disorganized and chaotic, avoid stimulating environment
Answer: Manic phase of bipolar disorder.
QUESTION 11
Carry blood away from the heart
Answer: Arteries.
QUESTION 12
Protects the body from disease and infection
Answer: Immune system.
QUESTION 13
The pulse felt at the wrist, most common method
Answer: Radial pulse.
QUESTION 14
Loneliness and isolation
Answer: Not obvious hearing problems.
TOPIC 2: PHYSICAL MOBILITY AND AMBULATION
14 Questions • 7.3% of Exam • Focuses on the principles and practices of mobility support for clients.
QUESTION 15
The act of walking. Do not let client shuffle or slide after bed rest
Answer: Ambulation.
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