NACC PSW Questions & Answers 2026 | High-Yield Review | Graded A+

, NACC PSW Questions & Answers 2026 | High-Yield Review
Graded A+
1. Describe the significance of ambulation in patient care and recovery.

Ambulation is crucial for promoting mobility, preventing
complications, and aiding in recovery.

Ambulation is primarily used for administering medications to patients.

Ambulation is a technique for assessing a patient's mental health.

Ambulation is only important for elderly patients.

2. In a scenario where a Personal Support Worker is caring for a client with an
unknown infection, which standard precaution should be prioritized?

Only using hand sanitizer after patient contact.

Avoiding all physical contact with the patient.

Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).

Limiting communication with the patient.

3. Describe the implications of a DNR order for patient care.

A DNR order is a request for pain management only.

A DNR order means that medical personnel should not perform
CPR or other life-saving measures if the patient stops breathing or
their heart stops.

A DNR order indicates that the patient wishes to be transferred to
another facility.

A DNR order allows for all medical interventions to be performed
regardless of the patient's condition.

,4. Cyanosis can indicate

cardiac or pulmonary insufficiency

hormonal abnormalities

bleeding disorder

liver disease

5. What is the meaning of the abbreviation 'a.c' in a medical context?

as needed

after meals

before meals

at bedtime

6. Alopecia refers to:

Thinning hair

Excessive amounts of dry flakes

Hair loss

Excessive body hair

7. What type of muscle is primarily responsible for voluntary movements in the
body?

Cardiac muscle

Smooth muscle

Connective tissue

Skeletal muscle

, 8. Describe why the Semi-Fowler's position is preferred for patients using a
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