Which statement about convalescent care is correct? It is also known as transitional care The abbreviation po means which of the following? By mouth Which of the following is a term for messages sent through facial expressions, gestures, posture, and body movements? Body language What may older adult need to stay warm? Warmer room temperature When considering a delegated act, which of the following should the support worker consider? The employer’s policies regarding delegation A professional concerned with a client’s ability to perform essential daily living task is: A personal support worker Which one of the following is an example of non-verbal communication? Holding hands Tseten is quite independent but still needs some assistance with housekeeping. She would be a good candidate for which of the following facilities? A retirement residence Professionalism involves: Reporting to the nurse in charge each time you leave the unit A supportive care worker who assists clients or performs A.D.L’s for a client is: A personal support worker Mr. Cole is masturbating in the dining room. You should do all the following except: Scold him for his bad behavior Which of the following statements about body language is correct? Your appearance sends a messages about yourself to others. Which need is the most essential for life? Oxygen Which of the following statements about a Code of Ethics is correct? It can be used to guide support worker interactions with clients To make unfair or preferred choice or distinction refers to: Discrimination The time is 1940. It is 7:40 p.m A PSW’s work is concerned primarily with: Implementation Christine’s father has early-stage Alzheimer’s. He lives with her and says he is lonely when she goes to work. Which program should Christine consider registering her father for? An adult day program When providing care to multicultural community, it is essential to develop cultural sensitivity in the care we provide. It includes: Modify your assistance to include cultural patterns and customs. How can a support worker help a new resident feel safe and secure? Listening to the resident’s concerns Mrs. Fowler is experiencing increased heart rate and high blood pressure. What hormone(s) could cause this reaction? Epinephrine and norepinephrine. What is burnout? A state of exhaustion Under Provincial Mental Health Act a client can receive services in which one of the following: All of the above Assisted-living residences provide all except which of the following? Complex medical care Which of the following statements is true about being a regulated profession? It has a professional organization called a college. Health are that provides for a short stay usually a day or a week and is intended to diagnose and treat an immediate health issue is: Acute How often will older adults usually need complete shower or bath? Once a week Ms. Christine has a toddler. When the support worker thinks of measures that will help prevent burns in a child, what should they consider? Never leave a “live” extension cord around Respecting and guarding personal and private information about another person refers to: Confidentiality The Victoria Order of Nurses is an agency that offers services by nurses and support workers where they provide care outside of facility-based settings. What type of agency is this an example of? A community based service Adela has performed a delegated task before and the nurse said not to perform the task today. What should Adela do? Realize this can sometimes happen and not to take it personally Henry is a patient in a Catholic-based hospital. He was told that he could not bring his Jewish artifacts into his hospital room. This is violation of which of his Canadian rights? Freedom of conscience and religion Which of the following statements about autonomy is correct? It is critical to ethics Jinny is 10 years old and lives in an Aboriginal community. What should the support worker remember about this population? He may not be eating properly
