QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
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1. What is the first step before performing any resident care
procedure?
A. Put on gloves
B. Check vital signs
C. Perform hand hygiene
D. Explain the procedure
Rationale: Hand hygiene is the most important step to prevent
infection transmission before any patient contact.
Correct Answer: C. Perform hand hygiene
2. When assisting a resident to walk, what is the most
important safety measure?
A. Walk behind the resident
B. Lock wheelchair brakes if used
C. Encourage fast walking
D. Hold only one arm
Rationale: Locking wheels prevents falls and injuries during
transfers or mobility.
Correct Answer: B. Lock wheelchair brakes if used
,3. What is the normal range for adult body temperature?
A. 30–32°C
B. 36.5–37.5°C
C. 38–39°C
D. 34–35°C
Rationale: Normal body temperature is typically around 36.5–
37.5°C.
Correct Answer: B. 36.5–37.5°C
4. Which position is used for a rectal temperature?
A. Supine
B. Prone
C. Sims’ position
D. Fowler’s position
Rationale: Sims’ position allows easy and safe access for rectal
procedures.
Correct Answer: C. Sims’ position
5. What is the purpose of standard precautions?
A. Treat infections
B. Prevent all infections
C. Reduce transmission of infections
D. Diagnose diseases
,Rationale: Standard precautions are used to reduce the spread
of infection from all patients.
Correct Answer: C. Reduce transmission of infections
6. When should gloves be changed?
A. After leaving the room
B. Between different procedures on the same resident
C. At the end of the shift
D. Once per day
Rationale: Gloves must be changed between tasks to prevent
cross-contamination.
Correct Answer: B. Between different procedures on the same
resident
7. A normal pulse rate for an adult is:
A. 40–60 bpm
B. 60–100 bpm
C. 110–130 bpm
D. 130–150 bpm
Rationale: Normal adult pulse is typically 60–100 beats per
minute.
Correct Answer: B. 60–100 bpm
8. What is the correct way to measure blood pressure?
, A. On a leg while standing
B. On a relaxed arm at heart level
C. After exercise
D. With a cold arm
Rationale: Blood pressure should be taken on a relaxed arm at
heart level for accuracy.
Correct Answer: B. On a relaxed arm at heart level
9. Which sign indicates choking?
A. Talking clearly
B. Coughing loudly
C. Clutching throat
D. Normal breathing
Rationale: Clutching the throat is a universal sign of choking.
Correct Answer: C. Clutching throat
10. What is the correct handwashing duration?
A. 5 seconds
B. 10 seconds
C. 20 seconds
D. 1 minute
Rationale: Proper handwashing should last at least 20 seconds.
Correct Answer: C. 20 seconds