, PERSONAL CARE SKILLS FOR HEALTH CARE ASSISTANTS - 2ND
EDITION(BCCAMPUS, OPENED) | COMPLETE 100 Q FINAL EXAM
TEST BANK WITH ANSWERS & EXPLANATIONS | HIGH-YIELD, MIXED
UNITS, EXAM-STYLE MCQS
1. Which of the following practices BEST breaks the chain of infection at the "mode of
transmission" link?
A) Using proper body mechanics
B) Wearing gloves when collecting a specimen
C) Providing a back rub
D) Measuring vital signs regularly
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Wearing gloves prevents the transmission of infectious agents, effectively
interrupting the mode of transmission.
2. What is the MOST important reason for Health Care Assistants to remove jewellery
before performing hand hygiene?
A) To improve comfort during procedures
B) To prevent water damage to jewellery
C) To ensure all areas of the hands can be effectively cleaned
D) To follow employer dress code
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Rings and bracelets can harbour microorganisms and interfere with thorough hand
hygiene.
,3. Which of the following is TRUE regarding alcohol-based hand rub (ABHR)?
A) ABHR is effective even when hands are visibly soiled
B) ABHR requires at least 60% alcohol content to be effective
C) ABHR should only be used when soap and water are unavailable
D) ABHR promotes the growth of good resident flora
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: To be effective, ABHR must contain at least 60% alcohol concentration.
4. When providing perineal care for a client, which principle of asepsis should be followed
FIRST?
A) Work from near to far
B) Clean from front to back
C) Use cool water only
D) Use gloves only for male clients
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Cleaning from front to back prevents the spread of microorganisms from the anal
area to the urethra.
5. A Health Care Assistant notices a spill on the floor. What is the MOST appropriate
immediate action?
A) Report it to housekeeping and continue with tasks
B) Place a "wet floor" sign and notify a supervisor
C) Clean the spill immediately if safe to do so
D) Ignore it unless a supervisor notices
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Cleaning spills promptly prevents falls and maintains a safe environment.
, 6. Which of the following scenarios demonstrates the correct use of body mechanics?
A) Twisting at the waist when moving a client
B) Keeping feet together for better balance
C) Bending at the knees and hips when lifting
D) Holding objects away from the body
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Bending at the knees and hips protects the back and maintains good body
mechanics.
7. The term "resident flora" refers to:
A) Germs temporarily present on the skin
B) Microorganisms permanently living on or in the body without causing harm
C) Pathogens always causing infection
D) Fungi present in the environment
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Resident flora are part of the body’s natural defence and do not typically cause
harm.
8. A client has a fever of 39°C. What is the FIRST action the Health Care Assistant should
take?
A) Provide a cold drink
B) Report the temperature to the nurse
C) Apply extra blankets
D) Encourage ambulation
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Elevated temperature must be reported promptly to the nurse for further
assessment.
EDITION(BCCAMPUS, OPENED) | COMPLETE 100 Q FINAL EXAM
TEST BANK WITH ANSWERS & EXPLANATIONS | HIGH-YIELD, MIXED
UNITS, EXAM-STYLE MCQS
1. Which of the following practices BEST breaks the chain of infection at the "mode of
transmission" link?
A) Using proper body mechanics
B) Wearing gloves when collecting a specimen
C) Providing a back rub
D) Measuring vital signs regularly
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Wearing gloves prevents the transmission of infectious agents, effectively
interrupting the mode of transmission.
2. What is the MOST important reason for Health Care Assistants to remove jewellery
before performing hand hygiene?
A) To improve comfort during procedures
B) To prevent water damage to jewellery
C) To ensure all areas of the hands can be effectively cleaned
D) To follow employer dress code
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Rings and bracelets can harbour microorganisms and interfere with thorough hand
hygiene.
,3. Which of the following is TRUE regarding alcohol-based hand rub (ABHR)?
A) ABHR is effective even when hands are visibly soiled
B) ABHR requires at least 60% alcohol content to be effective
C) ABHR should only be used when soap and water are unavailable
D) ABHR promotes the growth of good resident flora
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: To be effective, ABHR must contain at least 60% alcohol concentration.
4. When providing perineal care for a client, which principle of asepsis should be followed
FIRST?
A) Work from near to far
B) Clean from front to back
C) Use cool water only
D) Use gloves only for male clients
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Cleaning from front to back prevents the spread of microorganisms from the anal
area to the urethra.
5. A Health Care Assistant notices a spill on the floor. What is the MOST appropriate
immediate action?
A) Report it to housekeeping and continue with tasks
B) Place a "wet floor" sign and notify a supervisor
C) Clean the spill immediately if safe to do so
D) Ignore it unless a supervisor notices
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Cleaning spills promptly prevents falls and maintains a safe environment.
, 6. Which of the following scenarios demonstrates the correct use of body mechanics?
A) Twisting at the waist when moving a client
B) Keeping feet together for better balance
C) Bending at the knees and hips when lifting
D) Holding objects away from the body
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Bending at the knees and hips protects the back and maintains good body
mechanics.
7. The term "resident flora" refers to:
A) Germs temporarily present on the skin
B) Microorganisms permanently living on or in the body without causing harm
C) Pathogens always causing infection
D) Fungi present in the environment
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Resident flora are part of the body’s natural defence and do not typically cause
harm.
8. A client has a fever of 39°C. What is the FIRST action the Health Care Assistant should
take?
A) Provide a cold drink
B) Report the temperature to the nurse
C) Apply extra blankets
D) Encourage ambulation
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Elevated temperature must be reported promptly to the nurse for further
assessment.
