NACC exam part 1
116. How can the support worker help to prevent pressure ulcers?
a. Massage the reddened areas over the bony ridges. b. Use soap with oil. c. Put on loose
clothing. d. Reposition the client every 4 hours - ANS-c. Remove tight clothing
139. Mr. Cole is masturbating in the dining room. The support worker should do all the
following
except:
a. Cover him and quietly transport him to his room. b. Scold him for his bad behaviour
c. Provide privacy and protect his rights
d. Report the behaviour to the nurse - ANS-b. Reprimand him for his poor behavior. 145.
Shortened forms of words or phrases are:
a. Suffixes
b. Word components c. Abbreviations
d. Medical terms - ANS-c. Abbreviations
2 divisions of the nervous system are - ANS-central nervous system and peripheral nervous
system
3 groups of blood vessels - ANS-arteries, capillaries, veins
The ANS-epicardium, myocardium, and endocardium are the three heart layers. 3 levels of
heat emergencies are - ANS-heat stroke
heat exhaustion
heat cramps
3 types of joints - ANS-ball and socket, hinge, pivot
64. The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms guarantees our right to:
a. Mobility
b. Vote
c. Life, liberty, and security
d. ANS-d - all of the above. All of the above
65. Which of the following statements about pressure sores is true?
a. A reddened area is the last sign of a pressure sore.
b. Soft areas are the common site for pressure sores.
c. Shearing and friction do not cause pressure sores.
d. Abdominal folds are high-risk areas for pressure sores. - ANS-d. Abdominal folds are
high-risk areas for pressure sore
69. Wrinkling of the skin is caused by which of the following?
a. an increase in fat under the skin b. Loss of elasticity in the skin
c. A decrease in subcutaneous fat
d. An increase in elasticity in the skin - ANS-c. A decrease in subcutaneous fat
71. Which term refers to the capacity to recognize, perceive, and comprehend another
person's emotions as a result of having experienced the same emotion or experience in
one's own life? a. Courtesy
b. Empathy
c. Work ethics
d. Polite behavior - ANS-b. Empathy
, 78. Which part of the brain is largest and contains the centre of thought and intelligence?
a. Cerebellum
b. Midbrain
c. Brain stem
d. Cerebrum - ANS-d. Cerebrum
80. What is the outer layer of the skin called?
a. Dermis
b. Epidermis
c. Integument
d. Myelin - ANS-b. Epidermis
A cataract is a condition of the eye in which: a. The optic nerve is damaged
b. Pressure within the eye is increased
c. The lens becomes cloudy
d. Severe eye pain is common - ANS-c. The lens becomes cloudy
A catheter must hang below the level of the bladder - ANS-T
A child deprived of food and clothing is an example of which?
a. Physical neglect
b. Physical abuse
c. Emotional neglect
d. Sexual abuse - ANS-a. Physical neglect
A client is having a seizure. The support worker must restrain the client's body - ANS-F
A cool bath can be used to lower body temperature - ANS-T
A degencralive joint discase is - ANS-Osteoarthritis
A draw sheet is a - ANS-a small sheet places over the middle got the bottom sheet
A laceration is:
a. a body blow that leaves a closed wound b. A partial-thickness wound caused by the
scraping away of skin
c. An open wound with torn tissue and jagged edges
d. The collection of blood under the skin and tissue - ANS-c. An open wound with torn
tissue and jagged edges
A malignant tumor refers to - ANS-Cancer
A microbe that is harmful and cause, infection is:
a. A reservoir
b. A pathogen
c. A non-pathogen
d. Normal flora - ANS-b. A pathogen
a normal stoma should appear.. - ANS-moist and pink
A person may be unaware of gradual hearing loss. - ANS-T
A person's photograph is taken without permission. Which of the following rights has been
violated?
a. Right to dignity
b. Right to respect
c. Right to privacy
d. Right to safety - ANS-c. Right to privacy
A pinkish brown vaginal drainage that lasts for about 10 days after birth is called:
a. Lochia serosa
b. Cesarean
c. Lochia rubra
, d. ANS-a Lochia alba. Lochia serosa
A prefix is a word element placed at the end of a word. - ANS-F
A sore that doesn't heal is a warning sign of cancer - ANS-T
A sterile field is a work area that is clean. - ANS-F
A sudden attack of an illness is - ANS-acute
A support worker can refuse to perform a delegated task. - ANS-T
A tube entering the nose and going to the stomach is called a - ANS-Nasogastric Tube
A tumor is - ANS-a new growth of abnormal cells
A wound is red and swollen, and the area around it is warm to the touch. These are signs
of:
a. The inflammatory phase of wound healing
b. The proliferative phase of wound healing
c. Using primary intention to heal d. Healing by secondary intention - ANS-a. Phase of
wound healing known as inflammation According to Eating Well With Canada's Food Guide,
how many servings of vegetables and
fruit are recommended daily for adults?
a. 3-6
b. 48
c. 7-10
d. 6-11 - ANS-c. 7-10
According to Maslow, which of the following best represents our most basic needs?
a. Self-respect
b. Food and shelter
c. Protection from harm
d. ANS-b: receiving affection. Food and shelter
Admission to a health care facility often causes anxiety and fear. - ANS-T
AIDS stands for - ANS-acquired immune deficiency syndrome
All employees who work at an agency have the right to read the clients' or resi-
dents' records. - ANS-F
- ANS-F All people age at the same rate. All the following are possible physical symptoms of
a panic attack except:
a. a faster heart rate b. Rapid breathing
c. Feeling light-headed
d. Increased appetite - ANS-d. Appetite that is stronger Alopecia is the loss of - ANS-Hair
Altered respiratory function may be acute or persistent. - ANS-T
An open compound fracture is a broken bone that has come through the - ANS-skin
an opening: colostomy and ileostomy should appear - ANS-moist and pink colour
Anorexia is - ANS-loss of appetite
All mental health conditions include anxiety. - ANS-T arterial blood - ANS-bright red in color
because it is oxygen rich
arteries - ANS-carry blood away from heart
arthroplasty is - ANS-surgical repair or replacement of a joint
As a patient, Mrs. Persaude has the right to:
a. Considerate and respectful care
b. Information about her diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis
A C. Refuse treatment
d. All of the above - ANS-d. All of the above
As unregulated health care professionals, support workers are accountable to:
116. How can the support worker help to prevent pressure ulcers?
a. Massage the reddened areas over the bony ridges. b. Use soap with oil. c. Put on loose
clothing. d. Reposition the client every 4 hours - ANS-c. Remove tight clothing
139. Mr. Cole is masturbating in the dining room. The support worker should do all the
following
except:
a. Cover him and quietly transport him to his room. b. Scold him for his bad behaviour
c. Provide privacy and protect his rights
d. Report the behaviour to the nurse - ANS-b. Reprimand him for his poor behavior. 145.
Shortened forms of words or phrases are:
a. Suffixes
b. Word components c. Abbreviations
d. Medical terms - ANS-c. Abbreviations
2 divisions of the nervous system are - ANS-central nervous system and peripheral nervous
system
3 groups of blood vessels - ANS-arteries, capillaries, veins
The ANS-epicardium, myocardium, and endocardium are the three heart layers. 3 levels of
heat emergencies are - ANS-heat stroke
heat exhaustion
heat cramps
3 types of joints - ANS-ball and socket, hinge, pivot
64. The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms guarantees our right to:
a. Mobility
b. Vote
c. Life, liberty, and security
d. ANS-d - all of the above. All of the above
65. Which of the following statements about pressure sores is true?
a. A reddened area is the last sign of a pressure sore.
b. Soft areas are the common site for pressure sores.
c. Shearing and friction do not cause pressure sores.
d. Abdominal folds are high-risk areas for pressure sores. - ANS-d. Abdominal folds are
high-risk areas for pressure sore
69. Wrinkling of the skin is caused by which of the following?
a. an increase in fat under the skin b. Loss of elasticity in the skin
c. A decrease in subcutaneous fat
d. An increase in elasticity in the skin - ANS-c. A decrease in subcutaneous fat
71. Which term refers to the capacity to recognize, perceive, and comprehend another
person's emotions as a result of having experienced the same emotion or experience in
one's own life? a. Courtesy
b. Empathy
c. Work ethics
d. Polite behavior - ANS-b. Empathy
, 78. Which part of the brain is largest and contains the centre of thought and intelligence?
a. Cerebellum
b. Midbrain
c. Brain stem
d. Cerebrum - ANS-d. Cerebrum
80. What is the outer layer of the skin called?
a. Dermis
b. Epidermis
c. Integument
d. Myelin - ANS-b. Epidermis
A cataract is a condition of the eye in which: a. The optic nerve is damaged
b. Pressure within the eye is increased
c. The lens becomes cloudy
d. Severe eye pain is common - ANS-c. The lens becomes cloudy
A catheter must hang below the level of the bladder - ANS-T
A child deprived of food and clothing is an example of which?
a. Physical neglect
b. Physical abuse
c. Emotional neglect
d. Sexual abuse - ANS-a. Physical neglect
A client is having a seizure. The support worker must restrain the client's body - ANS-F
A cool bath can be used to lower body temperature - ANS-T
A degencralive joint discase is - ANS-Osteoarthritis
A draw sheet is a - ANS-a small sheet places over the middle got the bottom sheet
A laceration is:
a. a body blow that leaves a closed wound b. A partial-thickness wound caused by the
scraping away of skin
c. An open wound with torn tissue and jagged edges
d. The collection of blood under the skin and tissue - ANS-c. An open wound with torn
tissue and jagged edges
A malignant tumor refers to - ANS-Cancer
A microbe that is harmful and cause, infection is:
a. A reservoir
b. A pathogen
c. A non-pathogen
d. Normal flora - ANS-b. A pathogen
a normal stoma should appear.. - ANS-moist and pink
A person may be unaware of gradual hearing loss. - ANS-T
A person's photograph is taken without permission. Which of the following rights has been
violated?
a. Right to dignity
b. Right to respect
c. Right to privacy
d. Right to safety - ANS-c. Right to privacy
A pinkish brown vaginal drainage that lasts for about 10 days after birth is called:
a. Lochia serosa
b. Cesarean
c. Lochia rubra
, d. ANS-a Lochia alba. Lochia serosa
A prefix is a word element placed at the end of a word. - ANS-F
A sore that doesn't heal is a warning sign of cancer - ANS-T
A sterile field is a work area that is clean. - ANS-F
A sudden attack of an illness is - ANS-acute
A support worker can refuse to perform a delegated task. - ANS-T
A tube entering the nose and going to the stomach is called a - ANS-Nasogastric Tube
A tumor is - ANS-a new growth of abnormal cells
A wound is red and swollen, and the area around it is warm to the touch. These are signs
of:
a. The inflammatory phase of wound healing
b. The proliferative phase of wound healing
c. Using primary intention to heal d. Healing by secondary intention - ANS-a. Phase of
wound healing known as inflammation According to Eating Well With Canada's Food Guide,
how many servings of vegetables and
fruit are recommended daily for adults?
a. 3-6
b. 48
c. 7-10
d. 6-11 - ANS-c. 7-10
According to Maslow, which of the following best represents our most basic needs?
a. Self-respect
b. Food and shelter
c. Protection from harm
d. ANS-b: receiving affection. Food and shelter
Admission to a health care facility often causes anxiety and fear. - ANS-T
AIDS stands for - ANS-acquired immune deficiency syndrome
All employees who work at an agency have the right to read the clients' or resi-
dents' records. - ANS-F
- ANS-F All people age at the same rate. All the following are possible physical symptoms of
a panic attack except:
a. a faster heart rate b. Rapid breathing
c. Feeling light-headed
d. Increased appetite - ANS-d. Appetite that is stronger Alopecia is the loss of - ANS-Hair
Altered respiratory function may be acute or persistent. - ANS-T
An open compound fracture is a broken bone that has come through the - ANS-skin
an opening: colostomy and ileostomy should appear - ANS-moist and pink colour
Anorexia is - ANS-loss of appetite
All mental health conditions include anxiety. - ANS-T arterial blood - ANS-bright red in color
because it is oxygen rich
arteries - ANS-carry blood away from heart
arthroplasty is - ANS-surgical repair or replacement of a joint
As a patient, Mrs. Persaude has the right to:
a. Considerate and respectful care
b. Information about her diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis
A C. Refuse treatment
d. All of the above - ANS-d. All of the above
As unregulated health care professionals, support workers are accountable to:
