Health Care Aide Certification Final
Examination| Questions with Verified Q&A
Q1: Which action is most important before providing care to a patient?
A) Wash your hands
B) Take vital signs
C) Administer medication
D) Document care
Answer: A
Q2: What is the proper way to identify a patient?
A) Ask their name and check ID band
B) Assume based on room number
C) Ask the nurse only
D) Check clothing color
Answer: A
Q3: What is the most effective way to prevent infection?
A) Hand hygiene
B) Wearing jewelry
C) Using scented lotion
D) Drinking water
Answer: A
Q4: When is it appropriate to wear gloves?
,A) When contact with body fluids is likely
B) Only during meal service
C) When using the computer
D) For documentation only
Answer: A
Q5: Which position helps prevent pressure ulcers in bedridden patients?
A) Reposition every 2 hours
B) Keep patient flat in bed
C) Only elevate head
D) Only elevate feet
Answer: A
Q6: Which is a sign of dehydration?
A) Dry mouth, decreased urine output
B) Clear urine, moist lips
C) Normal skin turgor
D) Sweating
Answer: A
Q7: When should you report changes in a patient’s condition?
A) Immediately
B) At the end of the shift
C) Only if asked
D) Never
Answer: A
Q8: Which is a correct technique for transferring a patient from bed to
wheelchair?
, A) Use proper body mechanics and gait belt
B) Lift patient without help
C) Pull patient by arms
D) Use only verbal instructions
Answer: A
Q9: How should you communicate with a patient who has hearing
impairment?
A) Face the patient and speak clearly
B) Speak loudly from another room
C) Write notes only
D) Ignore them
Answer: A
Q10: What is the normal adult pulse range?
A) 60–100 bpm
B) 40–60 bpm
C) 100–120 bpm
D) 120–140 bpm
Answer: A
Q11: What is the normal body temperature range?
A) 36–37.5°C (96.8–99.5°F)
B) 34–35°C
C) 38–40°C
D) 32–34°C
Answer: A
Q12: How often should you perform hand hygiene?