HHA Chapter 2 Revised Exam |100% Correct| UPDATED!!!

HHA Chapter 2 Revised Exam |100% Correct| UPDATED!!! Choose three members of the care team and describe the roles they play. *Ans* Home Health Aide: Performs assigned tasks, such as taking vital signs and assistance in routine care. Case Manager: Usually a registered nurse, a case manager or supervisor is assigned to each client by the home health agency. Registered Nurse: Coordinates, manages, and provides care. Also supervise and train HHAs. How can home health aides be food role models for clients and their families? *Ans* They promote independence by practicing good housekeeping skills, food shopping, meal preparation, and doing laundry. What does the term "scope of practice" mean? *Ans* Scope of Practice: the tasks you are allowed to do and know how to do correctly. Should a HHA tell a client about his or her diagnosis or medical treatment plan? Why or why not? *Ans* No, because it is out of their scope of practice. Why is it important to observe and report even simple observations about a client? *Ans* The HHA is the eyes and ears of the health care team and they report symptoms of oncoming illnesses. What are the factors considered when forming a care plan? *Ans* Care plans are affected by the clients well doing, whishes, and the observations made by the HHA. What is the minimum number of hours of training that HHAs must complete to work a Medicare-participating agency? *Ans* 75 How many hours of in-service education are HHAs required to have per year? *Ans* 12 Name one reason why the chain of command is important. *Ans* It describes the line authority and it tells the home health aides who they