Hha Exam Study Guide- Practice Questions With Answers

Which of the following healthcare settings is for people who will die in approximately six months or less? Hospice Care _________ is care given by specialists to help restore or improve function after an illness or injury. Rehabilitation Another name for 24-hour skilled care that takes place in nursing homes, or extended care facilities, is called_______. Long-term care For what percentage of home care costs does Medicare pay? 41% Medicare will pay for only care that is determined to be medically necessary The abbreviation HMO stands for? health maintenance organization Which of the following factors helps explain the purpose of and need for home health care? People who are ill or disabled feel more comfortable at home. Which of the following is a key event in the history of home care services? In 1959, a national conference on home-maker services was held Which of the following is required by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding home health aides? HHA must have completed at least 75 hrs of training before they can begin working. What may be different about working in a home than working in a facility? Home health aides have more contact with the client's family. Which member of the care team diagnoses disease and prescribe treatment? Physician (MD) Which care team members are licensed professionals who may assign tasks to HHAs? Nurses, occupational therapists Which statement is true of a HHAs responsibilities if an activity is not listed in the care plan? The HHA should not perform the activity if it is not listed on the care plan Which statement is true of clients? The care team revolves around the client and his or her condition, treatment, and progress.