PSW MODULE TEST QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

What is the purpose of the treatment? ANSWER Enhancing the individual's
quality of life is the aim.

Explain the Support Worker's function in the assisting relationship. ANSWER
partnerships of assistance that are founded on giving care in a compassionate,
understanding, sensitive, and kind way.


partnerships of assistance that are founded on giving care in a compassionate,
understanding, sensitive, and kind way. ANSWER dignity, self-reliance, and
individuality. Privacy and Preference

What is meant by DIPPS? ANSWER: Individualized, dignified, and
independent. Privacy and Preference

What is the role of a support worker? (ADL is a hint.) ANSWER: Help with
ADLs (activities of daily life)

Why would someone be unable of performing everyday tasks? ANSWER: Age-
related, unexpected life

Explain person-centered care. ANSWER: The client is seen as a complete
individual.

Describe client-directed care. ANSWER: The client gets what they request.

Whom do PSWs look after? ANSWER Client, resident, and patient

Is PSW subject to regulation or not? ANSWER Uncontrolled

Which medical facilities oversee PSWs? ANSWER Regulated Workers