Home Health Aide Exam brand new version 2026 complete questions
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what color are oral thermometers? answer-blue or green
what color are rectal thermometers? answer-red
Digital or electronic thermometers answer-can be used to take an oral, rectal, or
axillary temperature;
radical pulse answer-Pulse rate obtained on the inside of wrist. Most common site for
monitoring the pulse.
brachial pulse answer-the pulse inside of the elbow
apical pulse answer-is heard by listening directly over the heart with a stethoscope
Organs answer-has a specific function. Organs are made up of tissues.
Cells answer-The building blocks of all living things. Living cells divide, develop, and
die, renewing the tissues and organs of our body systems.
Tissues answer-are made up of groups of cells that perform a similar task
calculi answer-kidney stones
urinary tract infection (UTI) answer-infection of one or more organs of the urinary tract
cystisis answer-inflammation of the urinary bladder
nephritis answer-inflammation of the kidney
renovascular hypertension answer-Blockage of arteries in the kidneys causes high
blood pressure
,chronic kidney failure answer-a condition that occurs when the kidneys cannot
eliminate certain waste products from the body; also called chronic renal failure
kidney dialysis answer-an artificial means of removing the body's waste products.
Digestion answer-The process by which the body breaks down food into small nutrient
molecules
gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) answer-occurs when stomach acid backs up
into esophagus
peptic ulcer answer-raw sores in the or the small intestine
Ulceration answer-if heartburn occurs frequently and remains untreated, it can cause
scarring of ulceration
ulceratuve colitis answer-a chronic inflammation disease of the large intestine
stoma answer-artificial opening
colitis answer-irritable bowel syndrome
Glands answer-organs that produce and secrete chemicals called hormones
gonads answer-sex glands (ovaries and testes)
vaginitis answer-inflammation of the vagina
benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) answer-prostate gets too big and causes pressure
on the uretha (urge to urinate, weak stream, discomfort)
nonspecific immunity answer-protects the body from disease in general
specific immunity answer-protects against a particular disease that is invading the body
at a given time
lymph answer-a clear yellowish fluid that carries disease-fighting cells called
lymphocytes
lymphoma answer-is a cancer of the lymphatic system. One specific form is Hodgkin's
disease
acute illness answer-illness has severe symptoms; this type of illness is usually short-
term.
,chronic illness answer-a disease that is long term, even lasting over a lifetime
pressure points answer-areas of the body that bear much of its weight. Usually located
at bony prominences.
bony prominences answer-areas of the body where the bone lies close to the skin
pressure ulcer answer-any lesion caused by unrelieved pressure that results in
damage to underlying tissue. (bed sore, decubitus)
Wound answer-a type of injury to the skin
Oseoarthritis answer-inflammation of the bone and joint. Common type of arthritis in
the elderly. Also degenerative arthritis or degenerative joint disease (DJD)
rheumatoid arthritis answer-can affect people of all ages. Joints become inflamed, red,
swollen, and very painful. Movement is eventually restricted. Fever, fatigue, and
weightless are also symptoms.
muscular dystrophy (MD) answer-refers to a number of progressive diseases that
cause a variety of physical disabilities due to muscle weakness. MD is an inherited
disease ; it causes a gradual wasting away of muscle, weakness, and deformity. The
muscles of the hands are impaired, and there may be twitching of the hand and arm
muscles.
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) answer-often called Lou Gehrig's disease, is a
progressive disease that causes muscle atrophy (weakening or wasting away) and
eventually leads to death. A person may be diagnosed with ALS at any age. The
average time a person lives with ALS is between three and five years, though some
people can live longer.
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) answer-Is a warning sign of CVA. It is the result of a
temporary lack of oxygen in the brain.
hemiparesis answer-partial paralysis or weakness of the right or left half of the body
expressive aphasia (Broca's aphasia) answer-slurred speech or inability to speak
receptive aphasia (Wernicke's aphasia) answer-A condition in which a patient is unable
to understand what is being said or what is written.
hemiplegia answer-paralysis of one side of the body
emotional liability answer-laughing or crying without any reason or when it is
inappropriate
, dysphagia answer-difficulty swallowing
Paralysis answer-loss of muscle function that affects part of the body.
Also called paresis
paraplegia answer-people with head and spinal cord injuries may have this, which is
loss of function in their lower body and legs.
quadriplegia answer-paralysis of all four limbs. Arms, legs, and trunk.
Farsightedness answer-a condition in which faraway objects are seen more clearly
than near objects
delirium answer-state of severe confusion that occurs suddenly; it is usually temporary
. Some causes are infections, disease , fluid imbalances, and poor nutrition.
cognitive impairment answer-affects concentration and memory
progressive and degenerative answer-deteriorates over time
irreversible answer-disease or condition that cannot be cured
intervention answer-a way to change an action or development
agitated answer-excited, restless, or troubled
triggers answer-situations that lead to agitation
Sundowning answer-becoming restless and agitated in the late afternoon, evening, or
night
catastrophic reaction answer-when a person with AD overreacts to something
elopes answer-if a resident wanders away from the protected area
perseverating answer-the repetition of words, phrases, questions, or actions
Repetitive Phrasing answer-repeating a word or phrase
pillaging answer-taking things that belong to someone else
hoarding answer-collecting and putting things away in a guarded way
reality orientation answer-Assisting residents to be aware of time, place and person
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what color are oral thermometers? answer-blue or green
what color are rectal thermometers? answer-red
Digital or electronic thermometers answer-can be used to take an oral, rectal, or
axillary temperature;
radical pulse answer-Pulse rate obtained on the inside of wrist. Most common site for
monitoring the pulse.
brachial pulse answer-the pulse inside of the elbow
apical pulse answer-is heard by listening directly over the heart with a stethoscope
Organs answer-has a specific function. Organs are made up of tissues.
Cells answer-The building blocks of all living things. Living cells divide, develop, and
die, renewing the tissues and organs of our body systems.
Tissues answer-are made up of groups of cells that perform a similar task
calculi answer-kidney stones
urinary tract infection (UTI) answer-infection of one or more organs of the urinary tract
cystisis answer-inflammation of the urinary bladder
nephritis answer-inflammation of the kidney
renovascular hypertension answer-Blockage of arteries in the kidneys causes high
blood pressure
,chronic kidney failure answer-a condition that occurs when the kidneys cannot
eliminate certain waste products from the body; also called chronic renal failure
kidney dialysis answer-an artificial means of removing the body's waste products.
Digestion answer-The process by which the body breaks down food into small nutrient
molecules
gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) answer-occurs when stomach acid backs up
into esophagus
peptic ulcer answer-raw sores in the or the small intestine
Ulceration answer-if heartburn occurs frequently and remains untreated, it can cause
scarring of ulceration
ulceratuve colitis answer-a chronic inflammation disease of the large intestine
stoma answer-artificial opening
colitis answer-irritable bowel syndrome
Glands answer-organs that produce and secrete chemicals called hormones
gonads answer-sex glands (ovaries and testes)
vaginitis answer-inflammation of the vagina
benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) answer-prostate gets too big and causes pressure
on the uretha (urge to urinate, weak stream, discomfort)
nonspecific immunity answer-protects the body from disease in general
specific immunity answer-protects against a particular disease that is invading the body
at a given time
lymph answer-a clear yellowish fluid that carries disease-fighting cells called
lymphocytes
lymphoma answer-is a cancer of the lymphatic system. One specific form is Hodgkin's
disease
acute illness answer-illness has severe symptoms; this type of illness is usually short-
term.
,chronic illness answer-a disease that is long term, even lasting over a lifetime
pressure points answer-areas of the body that bear much of its weight. Usually located
at bony prominences.
bony prominences answer-areas of the body where the bone lies close to the skin
pressure ulcer answer-any lesion caused by unrelieved pressure that results in
damage to underlying tissue. (bed sore, decubitus)
Wound answer-a type of injury to the skin
Oseoarthritis answer-inflammation of the bone and joint. Common type of arthritis in
the elderly. Also degenerative arthritis or degenerative joint disease (DJD)
rheumatoid arthritis answer-can affect people of all ages. Joints become inflamed, red,
swollen, and very painful. Movement is eventually restricted. Fever, fatigue, and
weightless are also symptoms.
muscular dystrophy (MD) answer-refers to a number of progressive diseases that
cause a variety of physical disabilities due to muscle weakness. MD is an inherited
disease ; it causes a gradual wasting away of muscle, weakness, and deformity. The
muscles of the hands are impaired, and there may be twitching of the hand and arm
muscles.
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) answer-often called Lou Gehrig's disease, is a
progressive disease that causes muscle atrophy (weakening or wasting away) and
eventually leads to death. A person may be diagnosed with ALS at any age. The
average time a person lives with ALS is between three and five years, though some
people can live longer.
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) answer-Is a warning sign of CVA. It is the result of a
temporary lack of oxygen in the brain.
hemiparesis answer-partial paralysis or weakness of the right or left half of the body
expressive aphasia (Broca's aphasia) answer-slurred speech or inability to speak
receptive aphasia (Wernicke's aphasia) answer-A condition in which a patient is unable
to understand what is being said or what is written.
hemiplegia answer-paralysis of one side of the body
emotional liability answer-laughing or crying without any reason or when it is
inappropriate
, dysphagia answer-difficulty swallowing
Paralysis answer-loss of muscle function that affects part of the body.
Also called paresis
paraplegia answer-people with head and spinal cord injuries may have this, which is
loss of function in their lower body and legs.
quadriplegia answer-paralysis of all four limbs. Arms, legs, and trunk.
Farsightedness answer-a condition in which faraway objects are seen more clearly
than near objects
delirium answer-state of severe confusion that occurs suddenly; it is usually temporary
. Some causes are infections, disease , fluid imbalances, and poor nutrition.
cognitive impairment answer-affects concentration and memory
progressive and degenerative answer-deteriorates over time
irreversible answer-disease or condition that cannot be cured
intervention answer-a way to change an action or development
agitated answer-excited, restless, or troubled
triggers answer-situations that lead to agitation
Sundowning answer-becoming restless and agitated in the late afternoon, evening, or
night
catastrophic reaction answer-when a person with AD overreacts to something
elopes answer-if a resident wanders away from the protected area
perseverating answer-the repetition of words, phrases, questions, or actions
Repetitive Phrasing answer-repeating a word or phrase
pillaging answer-taking things that belong to someone else
hoarding answer-collecting and putting things away in a guarded way
reality orientation answer-Assisting residents to be aware of time, place and person
