(D): artery, artery
101. (Question): In a community setting, another title a supervisor may have is:
(A): director
(B): case manager
102. (C): administrator
(D): supervisor
(Question): What training program teaches caregivers techniques to respectfully
handle responsive behaviors?
(A): Gentle Persuasive Approach
(B): One to one therapy
(C): Validation therapy
(D): Recreation therapy
103. (Question): From which body location are PSWs not allowed to measure a client's
temperature?
(A): oral
(B): rectal
(C): tympanic
(D): artillery
104. (Question): Another name for a team made up of different health professionals is:
(A): inter faceted health care team
(B): none of the above
(C): multifunctional team
(D): interprofessional health care team
105. (Question): What does syncope refer to?
(A): hypotension
(B): contracture
(C): fainting
(D): systemic
106. (Question): Which instrument is used to examine the inside of the mouth, teeth and
throat?
(A): laryngeal mirror
(B): tuning fork
(C): reflex hammer
(D): speculum
107. (Question): What position is used to examine the rectum and sometimes the
vagina?
(A): Reverse Trendelenburg
(B): Lithotomy
(C): Knee-chest
(D): Sims
108. (Question): You should not use which finger to locate the radial pulse?
(A): ring finger
(B): thumb
(C): index finger
(D): 3 middle fingers
109. (Question): What does the abbreviation Dx stand for?
(A): director of nursing
(B): diagnosis
(C): dead or arrival
(D): discontinue
110. (Question): Which regulated professionals have the ability to delegate tasks?
(A): RPN
(B): LPN
(C): RN
(D): all of the above
111. (Question): Suggestions that can encourage unconditional positive regard include:
(A): art
(B): pet therapy
(C): music
(D): all of the above
112. (Question): To provide good care, what is important for a caregiver to consider about
themselves?
(A): our beliefs
(B): our values
(C): our culture
(D): all of the above
113. (Question): What symptoms may be seen in people with dementia?
(A): inappropriate and reduced social skills
(B): impaired recent memory
(C): increasing dependency on others for ad
(D): all of the above
114. (Question): According to the SPEED model, which statement is inaccurate?
(A): feelings are evaluated and a response is determined
(B): internal stimuli initiates brain processes
(C): each memory is linked to an emotion
(D): feeling and thought become behavior
115. (Question): Gentle Persuasive Approach supports people with what type of
behaviors?
(A): aggressive behaviors
(B): passive behaviors
(C): assertive behaviors
(D): responsive behaviors
116. (Question): When boosting a client up in bed, what should a PSW avoid doing to
prevent injury?
(A): bending his knees and facing his load
(B): twisting his back towards the head of the bed
(C): in the same time with his co-worker, moving his load
(D): calling a co-worker for assistance
117. (Question): To protect oneself from injury while lifting, the PSW should:
(A): lift with forceful movement
(B): avoid lifting whenever possible
(C): bend at the knees and hips while lifting
(D): work alone
118. (Question): Changes occur in the integumentary system with aging. Regarding
personal care for older adults, which statement is true?
(A): avoid water-based lotions
(B): use scented creams
(C): use a good deodorant soap
(D): deodorants are not needed
119.(Question): What training program teaches caregivers how to respectfully handle
responsive behaviors?
(A): Gentle Persuasive Approach
(B): One to one therapy
(C): Validation therapy
(D): Recreation therapy
120. (Question): When duties are assigned to a PSW by a nurse, how should the PSW
identify the client?
(A): check the client's name, birthdate and room number on the assignment sheet
(B): check the ID band on the client's wrist while calling them by name
(C): check if the client's name is on the back of their clothing
(D): options b and c
121. (Question): What body position requires proper alignment?
(A): when lying down
(B): when sitting
(C): when standing
(D): all the time
122. (Question): Gentle Persuasive Approach supports people with what type of
behaviors?
(A): aggressive behaviors
(B): assertive behaviors
(C): passive behaviors
(D): responsive behaviors
123. (Question): What should not be used to prevent falls in infants and children?
(A): baby walkers
(B): secure infant seats with straps
(C): safety gates at the top and bottom of stairs
(D): close supervision
124. (Question): Normal flora are:
(A): harmful and beneficial to the body
(B): found on the skin and in the respiratory tract and digestive tract
(C): made up of the microbes that naturally live and grow in certain body locations
(D): all of the above
125. (Question): A 55-year-old male has swollen feet/ankles and enlarged neck veins. What
disorder likely applies?
(A): arrhythmia
(B): myocardial infarction
(C): hypotension
(D): congestive heart failure
126. (Question): What should nurses do to reduce medication errors?
(A): follow the nine rights
(B): check everything at least twice
(C): take a medication administration course
(D): ask the client their name
127. (Question): You identify that Mr. Ritchie, displaying allergy symptoms, needs:
(A): nothing, it's not serious
(B): an EPI pen
(C): deep breaths
(D): supervisor notification and close watching
128. (Question): A PSW boosted a client up in bed. To prevent injury, they should avoid:
(A): twisting their back towards the head of the bed
129. (B): bending their knees and facing their load
(C): calling a co-worker for assistance
(D): moving the load with a co-worker at the same time
(Question): When is lifting a heavy object easiest?
(A): pushing
(B): pulling
(C): sliding
(D): lifting
130. (Question): Dementia and Delirium can cause responsive behaviors like:
(A): shouting
(B): irritability
(C): wandering
(D): all of the above
131. (Question): What term refers to unintentional weight loss associated with dying?
(A): the feeling of breathlessness
(B): involuntary weight loss
(C): cachexia
(D): a form of cancer
132. (Question): When can proper body alignment cause injury?
(A): when lying down
(B): when sitting
(C): when standing
(D): it never causes injury
133. (Question): A client had congestive heart failure. What cardiovascular system
disorder applies?
(A): hypotension
(B): arrhythmia
(C): myocardial infarction
(D): congestive heart failure
134. (Question): What should be done if a client is grabbed?
(A): use their name and ask them to let go
(B): remain calm and stroke their hand gently
(C): stiffen your limbs
(D): options a and c
135. (Question): To be accountable for delegated tasks, who is responsible - the nurse or
PSW?
(A): PSW
(B): doctor
(C): case manager
(D): nurse
136. (Question): What is the work environment free from for sterile procedures?
(A): the process of removing dead skin cells
(B): microbes that naturally live in the body
(C): all microbes, both pathogens and non-pathogens
(D): the place where microbes live and grow
137. (Question): Common symptoms of infection include:
(A): fatigue and decrease energy
(B): pain, swelling and discharge such as runny nose, vomiting and diarrhea
(C): fever and chis
(D): all of the above
138. (Question): During a fire alarm, which action is unsafe?
(A): closing doors and windows
(B): using elevators for a quick exit
(C): turning off oxygen
(D): moving clients to a safe place
139. (Question): When using a fire extinguisher, what is the first step?
(A): spray the contents in a direct line
(B): push down the top handle
(C): pull the safety pin out
(D): direct the extinguisher at the top of the fire
140. (Question): What can be done to prevent pressure sores?
(A): keep linens clean, dry and wrinkle free
(B): position the client as specified in the care plan
(C): you don't put pressure on your resident to get up, let them rest
(D): both b and c
141. (Question): What is false regarding a mechanical lift?
(A): the support worker must position the sling properly
(B): the support worker must make sure the lift works
(C): the support worker needs to check the resident's muscle strength
142. (D): the support worker must be trained in its use
(Question): If you get a minor burn, you should:
(A): putting butter on the burn helps
(B): keep the burnt area under cool water; pat dry; secure the dressing; report the
burn to the supervisor and seek medical attention if necessary
(C): call 911
(D): put gloves on the burned area
143. (Question): Who is at high risk of accidental injury?
(A): people of all ages
(B): only babies
(C): only elderly people
(D): all of the above
144. (Question): If a gown is spilled on, it is now:
(A): disposable
(B): sterile
(C): clean
(D): contaminated
145. (Question): When duties are assigned to a PSW by a nurse, how should the PSW
identify the client?
(A): check the client's name, birthdate and room number on the assignment sheet
(B): check if the client's name is on the back of their clothing
(C): check the ID band on client's wrist while calling them by name
(D): options b and c
146. (Question): What is true about bed rails?
(A): you raise them only if the care plan indicates you should
(B): restrained clients are at no risk of injury
(C): small clients are at no risk of injury
(D): none of the above
147. (Question): Proper use of PPE involves:
(A): wearing gloves when touching contaminated items
(B): reusing disposable gloves after your break
(C): removing PPE after leaving the work area
(D): using waterless hand sanitizer on gloves for reuse
148. (Question): Drug antagonism refers to:
(A): a response when the wrong dose was taken
(B): a response in addition to the intended response
(C): an unusually strong drug effect
(D): an unusually weak drug effect
149. (Question): What does PPE stand for?
(A): Protective Physical Exercises
(B): Personal Physical Effort
(C): Personal Protective Exercises
(D): Personal Protective Equipment
150. (Question): Regarding medication dose:
(A): exceeding it can be dangerous
(B): it is on the label and MAR
(C): it is prescribed to the client
(D): all of the above
151. (Question): A client suspects too much diuretic. You should:
(A): do nothing
(B): inform your supervisor
(C): say the nurse knows best
(D): ask what they want to happen
152. (Question): Distal refers to the:
(A): nearest to the trunk
(B): end of a root word
(C): part farthest from attachment
(D): closest to the midline
153. (Question): Proximal refers to the:
(A): side of the body
(B): part farthest from attachment
(C): nearest to the trunk
(D): middle of the body part
154. (Question): Assisting with medication includes:
(A): reminding medication schedule
(B): reading labels
(C): providing fluids
(D): all of the above
155. (Question): Regarding personal care of aging skin, the correct statement is:
(A): avoid water-based lotions
(B): use scented creams
(C): deodorants are not needed
(D): use a good deodorant soap
156. (Question): ASD refers to:
(A): cerebral palsy
(B): ASD
(C): intellectual disability
(D): ADHD
157.(Question): Carbohydrates provide:
(A): needs but no calories
(B): chemical substances from plants/animals
(C): tissue growth from meat and fish
(D): energy and fiber from plants
158. (Question): Child abuse must be reported to:
(A): hospital
(B): family
(C): emergency services
(D): public authority
159. (Question): Mrs. Prince's condition is:
(A): juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
(B): older adult arthritis
(C): rheumatoid arthritis
(D): osteoarthritis
160. (Question): Bladder training aims for:
(A): stoma healing
(B): bathroom independence
(C): catheter removal
(D): voluntary urination control
161. (Question): A back massage should:
(A): warm lotion
(B): use firm strokes
(C): last 1 minute
(D): both a and c
162. (Question): Daily urine output is:
(A): 1,200 mL
(B): 1,000 mL per shift
(C): 1,500 mL
(D): 1,000 mL
163. (Question): Hair loss is called:
(A): hirsutism
(B): alopecia
(C): decubitus
(D): pediculosis
164. (Question): Back massage is for:
(A): treating osteoporosis
(B): relaxing muscles
(C): stimulating circulation
(D): both a and b
165. (Question): A pressure sore is also known as:
(A): circulatory ulcer
(B): decubitus ulcer
(C): arterial ulcer
(D): skin tear
166. (Question): With a bedpan the PSW should:
(A): powder the rim
(B): rinse before use
(C): use a liner
(D): all of the above
167. (Question): When death is imminent it's important to:
(A): offer family privacy
(B): know whether to call 911
(C): know who to call
(D): all of the above
168. (Question): The Palliative Performance Scale:
(A): rates pain level
(B): measures function ability
(C): describes last bowel movement
(D): rates breathing difficulty
169. (Question): Grief is:
(A): affects the whole person
(B): the same for all people
(C): a natural response to loss
(D): both a and c
170. (Question): When grieving encourage:
(A): empathy, avoiding silence
(B): empathy, leaving room for silence, individualized care, acceptance
(C): empathy, silence, individualized care, extra support reporting
(D): encouragement to feel better
171. (Question): When caring for a dying resident the PSW must:
(A): allow only one visitor
(B): report condition changes
(C): wear full PPE
(D): keep the room dark
172. (Question): SDM is:
(A): makes decisions based on self
(B): chosen by client
(C): chosen by family
(D): only does financial decisions
173. (Question): Pain indicators include:
(A): yelling, screaming
(B): resisting care, grimacing, behavior changes
(C): rapid breathing, dry skin
(D): blinking, rashes
174. (Question): Regarding worries of addiction with opioids the PSW should:
(A): say the nurse/doctor knows best
(B): acknowledge concern, encourage talking to nurse, inform supervisor
(C): describe how the drug works
(D): determine if actually addicted
175.(Question): When providing post-mortem care as a PSW, which of these should you
avoid doing?
(A): Gather the resident's belongings
(B): Brush hair if necessary
(C): Discard hearing aids and/or glasses
(D): Place a disposable bed protector under the buttocks
176. (Question): Why is self-awareness important?
(A): You need to tell people what to do based on your experiences
(B): Personal beliefs may impact the care you provide
(C): Being culturally sensitive requires being aware of your own stereotypes
(D): Both b and c
177. (Question): Which of these relates to cultural beliefs about the causes of illness?
(A): Illness is caused by supernatural forces
(B): Ancient rituals are never used to treat illness
(C): Traditional healers do not treat illness
(D): Illness is caused by folk remedies
178. (Question): As a support worker, what should you promote to advocate for a
client’s quality of life?
(A): Kindness, honesty, sensitivity, comfort, discretion, respect, and understanding
(B): Client-centred care
(C): Dignity, independence, individualized care, preferences, privacy, safety
(D): Dignity, independence, individualized care, preferences, privacy, security
179. (Question): To respect personal space, how much distance should a support worker
keep when talking to a client?
(A): 240 cm (10 feet)
(B): 90 cm (3 feet)
(C): 60 cm (2 feet)
(D): 120 cm (5 feet)
180. (Question): Which statement about stress is true?
(A): A person experiences stress only when awake
(B): Stress occurs most in the morning
(C): Stress is not normal
(D): Stress affects the whole person
181. (Question): What does increased pulse, breathing, and blood pressure indicate in a
stressed person?
(A): Acute stress
(B): Emotional pressure
(C): Eustress
(D): Conflict
182. (Question): Mrs. Fleming lives independently but gets support services. Which of
these describes her situation?
(A): Long-term care
(B): Convalescent care
(C): Adult day care
(D): Assisted living
183. (Question): What can chronic stress lead to?
(A): Better digestion
(B): Better sleep
(C): Stressors
(D): Burnout
184. (Question): What is the meaning of the word element arthro-?
(A): Head
(B): Rib
(C): Joint
(D): Bone
185. (Question): Which statement about social support systems is true?
(A): Having a social support system is not important to wellness
(B): A social support system is a formal group
(C): Having a social support system is not helpful during a crisis
(D): Having a social support system can improve overall health
186. (Question): How is Canada's Medicare system best described?
(A): Health care coverage for all, even the unemployed
(B): An insurance plan run by a public organization
(C): A publicly funded health care system
(D): An interlocking set of health insurance plans, with federal and
provincial/territorial governments sharing responsibility
187. (Question): What is sexism?
(A): Feelings of impatience, intolerance, or prejudice based on age stereotypes
(B): Feelings of intolerance/prejudice based on gender
(C): The ability to interact effectively with diverse people
(D): Feelings of superiority/intolerance toward those with different appearances or
practices
188. (Question): Which statement about suffixes in medical terms is true?
(A): It is the main part of the word
(B): It is a shortened form of a word/phrase
(C): It is placed at the beginning of a word
(D): It is placed at the end of a word
189. (Question): How is delegation different in community vs. long-term care settings?
(A): The support worker is not accountable
(B): Written instructions should be provided
(C): Only a physician can delegate
(D): The support worker's performance is not assessed
190. (Question): When communicating across cultures, what should a support worker
consider?
(A): Meanings vary across cultures
(B): Never use silence
(C): Never use eye contact
(D): Never use touch
191.(Question): Upon learning that Russ, a resident at a health care centre, wishes to see
his religious leader, what should the support worker do?
(A): ask why the resident wants to do it
(B): take the resident to the chapel
(C): check the resident's care plan
(D): report the request to the supervising nurse
192. (Question): When Avelina, a support worker, observes Mr. Pereira's son making
inappropriate comments about his father's body, and notices that such remarks
are a recurring event, this behavior is an example of:
(A): sexual harassment
(B): bullying
(C): cyberbullying
(D): ageism
193. (Question): Mrs. Muryama's statement, "I didn't sleep at all last night because of
the
pain in my back," represents:
(A): a nursing diagnosis
(B): an intervention
(C): objective data
(D): subjective data
194. (Question): Which of the following statements is correct?
(A): Standard Practices are used for all persons.
(B): Standard Practices prevent the spread of pathogens through the air.
(C): Standard Practices require gowns, masks, gloves, and protective eyewear
(D): Standard Practices involve medical and surgical asepsis.
195. (Question): The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms guarantees our right to:
(A): Mobility
(B): Life, liberty, and security
(C): Vote
(D): All of the above
196. (Question): Which statement regarding sleep is correct?
(A): Ill and injured persons need as much sleep as healthy persons do.
(B): Tissue healing and repair occur during sleep.
(C): Napping should always be avoided.
(D): Voluntary muscle activity increases during sleep.
197. (Question): When log-rolling a person, what should the support worker do?
(A): Lower both bed rails
(B): Make sure the bed is in the Fowler’s position
(C): Lower the bed to the lowest position
(D): Turn the person as a unit in alignment with one motion
198. (Question): Emergency care of burns includes:
(A): Calling for someone to provide basic life support if needed
(B): Removing the person from the fi re or burn source
(C): Putting butter or oil on the burned skin
(D): Leaving the burns open to the air
199. (Question): Which is least effective in preventing or reducing odours?
(A): Using room deodorizers
(B): Emptying bedpans promptly
(C): Placing fresh flowers in the room
(D): Ensuring the client’s good personal hygiene
200. (Question): What should you do when taking a blood pressure?
(A): Place your stethoscope over the client’s brachial artery
(B): Wrap the cuff gently over the client’s clothing
(C): Take the blood pressure in the arm with an IV infusion
(D): Pump up the cuff as high as it will go and release the air very slowly