PCA COMPETENCY TEST (GEORGIA EXAM) 2026 MOST TESTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A+ WITH RATIONALES

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1. Which task is a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) allowed to perform?

A. Apply a hot pack
B. Administer medication
C. Change a sterile dressing
D. Reinforce a dressing

✅Correct Answer: D. Reinforce a dressing
Rationale: PCAs may reinforce dressings but may not perform sterile procedures or administer
treatments.



2. A PCA may apply a hot pack to a patient.

A. True
B. False
C. Only with family permission
D. Only if trained

✅Correct Answer: B. False
Rationale: Applying hot or cold therapy requires professional training and authorization.



3. Giving an enema is within the PCA scope of practice.

A. True
B. False
C. Only in emergencies
D. With written consent

✅Correct Answer: B. False
Rationale: Enemas are considered invasive procedures and must be done by licensed personnel.



4. A PCA may administer medications if the patient requests it.

A. True
B. False

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C. Only oral medications
D. Only once trained

✅Correct Answer: B. False
Rationale: Medication administration is outside the PCA scope of practice.



5. Changing a sterile dressing is allowed for a PCA.

A. True
B. False
C. Only with gloves
D. Only in home care

✅Correct Answer: B. False
Rationale: Sterile procedures require nursing licensure.



6. Assisting with changing a colostomy bag is allowed for a PCA.

A. True
B. False
C. Only in hospitals
D. Only for temporary colostomies

✅Correct Answer: A. True
Rationale: Assistance with ostomy care (not sterile replacement) is permitted.



7. A PCA may give a rectal suppository.

A. True
B. False
C. Only if trained
D. Only once

✅Correct Answer: B. False
Rationale: Suppositories are medication and require licensed personnel.