PCA

PCA Exam Defoliants Defoliation Leaf loss or leaf absicisson. In cotton production, it usually refers to leaf loss associated with application of a chemical that injures the leaf. Defoliation can also occur through natural leaf maturation and senessence, particularly with cooling weather after boll development Desiccation acclereated drying of plant tissue Harvest Aid Chemical chemicals with various modes of action that facilitate machine harvest by influencing boll opening, reduci...

PCA Exam- Weeds What are weeds plants that interfere with the growing of crops or ornamental plants or cause other types of damage Invasive weeds cause ecological damage by displacing native plants and the organisms that feed on them; compete with ag crops for water and nutrients, causing them to become more susceptible to disease or other pests True weeds adapt well to local climates, soils, and other external conditions Perennial weeds capable of reproducing through vegetat...

PCA exam What are the pca's tasks vital signs, blood sugars, specimens What tasks should a pca not do? start an IV, put in catheters, access patients What should you ask when doing a service or treatment? Ask patients name and date of birth SBAR communication tool Situation- state patient's name Background- report any background info Assessment-report observations/findings Recommendation-report how you feel follow up should occur AC before meals ad lib as des...

PCA Exam What are important considerations when describing a population? age, distribution, birth rate A community of organisms includes all the organisms that share a habitat which of the following would be considered a density-independent factor regulation population growth extreme weather which of the following terms refers to dispersal of individuals into a population immigration an ecosystem is a community of interacting organisms and their physical environment ...

PCA practice exam When observing a patients skin integrity, a CPCT should recognize that the first sign of break down is? Redness A CPCT is measuring an adult patients blood pressure electronically. What reading should the technician report to the nurse? 130/81 mm Hg What findings should a CPCT report to a nurse? a 1-year-old patient who has a pulse rate of 50 BPM What action should the CPCT take to verify the quality of venipuncture supplies before beginning a blood draw? In...

PCA Sacraments Ordination Exam What is a Sacrament? Explain in laymen's terms. Defend with Scripture proofs. WSC #92 - "A sacrament is a holy ordinance instituted by Christ, wherein, by sensible signs, Christ, and the benefits of the new covenant, are represented, sealed and applied to believers." * Romans 4:11 - He received the sign of circumcision as a seal of the righteousness that he had by faith... * 1 Cor. 10:16-17 - The cup of blessing that we bless, is it not a participation in ...

PCA test review pathogens are microorganism that -cause disease and infections use of deodorants is important for health workers because -they are in close contact with clients the client refuse to take treatment this is an example of -patient bill of rights who is responsible for diagnosing treatment -the doctor UNIVERSAL PRECAUTIONS are .. -mandated federal standards where is apical pulse taken ? -in the heart what does HIV stands for? IMMUNODEFICIENCY VIR...

PCA Competency Test (Georgia Exam) Reinforce a dressing. True Apply a hot pack. False Give an enema. False Administer medication. False Change a sterile dressing. False Assist with change of a colostomy bag. True Give a rectal suppository. False Give a tubal feeding. False give insulin False Cut Nails False As a Personal Care Assistant, you work as part of the health care team. When you work in the home, you will be: working und...

PCA Exam Test Study Guide Questions and Answers What are some risk factors of skin breakdown? Limited physical ability, age, lack of hydration, poor nutrition, etc. What is the name of the assessment scale used to help determine if a patient is at a greater risk of developing pressure ulcers? Braden Scale _________ is a localized injury to the skin and/or the underlying tissue. It is a result of presence over a bony prominence. Pressure injury What is the main governing body t...

PCA exam questions co worker safety tips for one on one stay alert sit facing the patient no cell phone usage use the restrictive restraints for managing the patients behavior if ordered validation therapy when you try to understand what is "real" for the person with dementia and respond accordingly. six factors that could affect a persons vital signs injury or illness exercise emotions medical conditions age gender normal BP systolic: 90-140 diastolic: 60-90 ...