HCAC EXAM 2024/25 QUESTIONS WITH
PASSED ANSWERS!!
As a HHA you arrive at Mr. Walker's home, young grandson meets you at the
door. You immediately notice a strong chemical/ammonia smell and that the
young man's behavior is not normal. You should:
a. Make an excuse to go back to the car and promptly call the nursing
supervisor about the unusual odors and not feeling comfortable with the
grandson's behavior
b. Go inside to meet the patient and ask what the smell could be
c. Act like nothing is unusual and finish the patient's care quickly
d. None of the above Answer - a
As a HHA, you must know the importance of monitoring skin when bathing a
bed bound patient. To improve skin conditions and avoid skin breakdown, the
aide should:
a. Turn the patient at least every six hours
b. Massage the bony prominence areas vigorously
c. Keep skin clean and dry, free from urine and stool
d. Never apply moisture bather creams Answer - c
Why is the thumb NOT used when checking a client's pulse?
a. The flat part of the thumb is less sensitive then the flat part of other
fingertips
b. The thumb can place too much pressure on the client's pulse
c. The thumb's pulse may be felt instead of the client's pulse
, d. The thumb's tip is in a more awkward position than the other fingertips
Answer - c
Washing hands must done properly to avoid germ transmission. Which of the
following is a good hand washing practice?
a. Wash hands with soap and water at least 15 seconds
b. Wash gloved hands instead of changing gloves between procedures
c. Wash hands with soap and water for a full three minutes
d. Use a paper towel to turn on the faucet before and after washing hands
Answer - c
Elderly patients tend to have age-related changes in functioning of the
digestive system. Which of the following symptoms may occur?
a. Slower intestinal movement causing constipation
b. More gas and bloating
c. Decrease in appetite
d. All of the above Answer - d
How should the HHA respond if asked by the client's daughter about client's
health?
a. Suggest the daughter ask her father directly about his health
b. Discuss what the RCA has been Involved with, such as doctor visits
c. Review the care plan and the client's progress with activities of daily living
(ADL) with the daughter Answer - a
Physical therapy is started on your client. Which of these statements about
exercises is true?
a. if a client cannot talk, do not explain the exercises to the client
PASSED ANSWERS!!
As a HHA you arrive at Mr. Walker's home, young grandson meets you at the
door. You immediately notice a strong chemical/ammonia smell and that the
young man's behavior is not normal. You should:
a. Make an excuse to go back to the car and promptly call the nursing
supervisor about the unusual odors and not feeling comfortable with the
grandson's behavior
b. Go inside to meet the patient and ask what the smell could be
c. Act like nothing is unusual and finish the patient's care quickly
d. None of the above Answer - a
As a HHA, you must know the importance of monitoring skin when bathing a
bed bound patient. To improve skin conditions and avoid skin breakdown, the
aide should:
a. Turn the patient at least every six hours
b. Massage the bony prominence areas vigorously
c. Keep skin clean and dry, free from urine and stool
d. Never apply moisture bather creams Answer - c
Why is the thumb NOT used when checking a client's pulse?
a. The flat part of the thumb is less sensitive then the flat part of other
fingertips
b. The thumb can place too much pressure on the client's pulse
c. The thumb's pulse may be felt instead of the client's pulse
, d. The thumb's tip is in a more awkward position than the other fingertips
Answer - c
Washing hands must done properly to avoid germ transmission. Which of the
following is a good hand washing practice?
a. Wash hands with soap and water at least 15 seconds
b. Wash gloved hands instead of changing gloves between procedures
c. Wash hands with soap and water for a full three minutes
d. Use a paper towel to turn on the faucet before and after washing hands
Answer - c
Elderly patients tend to have age-related changes in functioning of the
digestive system. Which of the following symptoms may occur?
a. Slower intestinal movement causing constipation
b. More gas and bloating
c. Decrease in appetite
d. All of the above Answer - d
How should the HHA respond if asked by the client's daughter about client's
health?
a. Suggest the daughter ask her father directly about his health
b. Discuss what the RCA has been Involved with, such as doctor visits
c. Review the care plan and the client's progress with activities of daily living
(ADL) with the daughter Answer - a
Physical therapy is started on your client. Which of these statements about
exercises is true?
a. if a client cannot talk, do not explain the exercises to the client
