Ques 1: 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.

Ques 2: 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

Ques 3: 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.

Ques: 4 The rate of growth and development is even and at a set pace.

A. True

B. False

Ques: 5 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

Ques 6: Emergency care of burns includes:

A. Calling for someone to provide basic life support if needed

B. Removing the person from the f i re or burn source

C. Putting butter or oil on the burned skin

D. Leaving the burns open to the air

Ques 7: 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

Ques: 8 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

Ques: 9 Michaela is a support worker and chooses to care only for residents who are the same
nationality as her. This is an example of unethical behaviour and her not upholding which principle of
health care ethics?

A. Beneficence
B. Autonomy

C. No maleficence

D. Justice

Ques:10 Sexual activity:

A. Involves handholding, touching, and embracing

B. Is not allowed in long-term care facilities

C. Always involves intercourse

D. Is unhealthy for older persons

Ques: 11 What is the major focus of home care?

A. To enable people to remain independent in their homes

B. To reduce the number of outpatient procedures

C. To prevent persistent and contagious diseases

D. To prevent people from seeking medical treatment

Ques: 12 Which of the following statements about documentation is false?

A. Use a pencil.

B. Document the care provided.

C. Chart a procedure after it is completed.

D. Record in a logical manner.

Ques: 13 What is correct in regard to Mrs. Molinski’s indwelling catheter care?

A. Keep the drainage bag below the bladder.

B. Attach the drainage bag to the bed rail.

C. The tubing should be placed over the bed rail.

D. The catheter should be changed daily.

Ques:14 What is the outer layer of the skin called?

A. Dermis

B. Epidermis

C. Myelin

D. Integument

Ques: 15 When a client with dementia keeps repeating the same behaviour, the support worker should:

A. Secure the unit

B. Distract the client from the act

C. Ignore the client

D. Do anything it takes to make the client stop

Ques: 16 Mr. Beesla’s rehabilitation begins with preventing:

A. Contractures and pressure ulcers

B. Loss of self-esteem

C. Illness and injury

D. Angry feelings

Ques: 17 Events or situations that cause stress are known as:

A. Stressors

B. Life events

C. Changes
D. Negative thoughts

Ques: 18 Passive range-of-motion exercises are performed by:

A. The client

B. A health care team member

C. All of the above

D. The person with the assistance of another

Ques: 19 Vomiting is dangerous because of the possibility of:

A. Aspiration

B. Fluid retention

C. Cardiac arrest

D. Stroke

Ques: 20 The term for high blood pressure is:

A. Peripheral vascular disease

B. Systolic elevation

C. Hypertension

D. Hypotension

Quest: 21 Which is the correct measure to take when caring for a person with a hip fracture?

A. Give good skin care once a day.

B. Keep the operated leg adducted at all times.

C. Perform range-of-motion exercises once a day.

D. Prevent external rotation of the hip.

Ques: 22 Which step of the nursing process includes carrying out the actions listed in the care plan?

A. Nursing diagnosis

B. Planning

C. Implementation

D. Evaluation

Ques: 23 A restraint attached to the person’s body and a stationary object is a (an):

A. Chemical restraint

B. Full bed rail

C. Physical restraint

D. Environmental restraint

Ques: 24 The name for hair loss is:

A. Hirsutism

B. Decubitus

C. Alopecia

D. Pediculosis

Ques: 25 Which is not a developmental task of adolescence?

A. Developing leisure time activities

B. Becoming independent from parents and adults

C. Accepting change in appearance

D. Developing morals, values, and attitudes needed to function in society

Ques: 26 Who decides how to style a client’s hair?

A. The client

B. The nurse

C. The support worker

D. The family

Ques: 27 Muscle atrophy is:

A. The abnormal shortening of a muscle

B. Bending backward

C. Excessive straightening of a body part

D. A decrease in the size or a wasting away of the muscle tissue

Ques: 28 What is the infestation of the body with lice called?

A. Pediculosis corporis

B. Pediculosis capitis

C. Pediculosis pubis

D. Dandruff

Ques: 29 Dietary guidelines for Canadians include all of the following, except:

A. Eat a variety of food

B. Maintain a healthy weight

C. Choose a diet low in fat

D. Choose a high-sodium diet

Ques: 30 Which statement about an ileostomy is true?

A. The stool is formed.

B. Good skin care is essential.

C. All pouches are “one size fits all” and fit well.

D. The entire small intestine has been removed.

Ques: 31 What are changes in psychological and social functioning called?

A. Growth

B. A stage

C. A reflex

D. Development

Ques: 32 Which statement is true about delegation?

A. A support worker can delegate to another support worker.

B. You will be supervised and monitored before doing the task alone.

C. You will always have supervision.

D. You may be delegated a task for an acutely ill patient.

Ques: 33 How should the support worker respond when dealing with an agitated person?

A. Stand as close to the person as possible.

B. Talk to the person loudly in a firm manner.

C. Touch the person to calm them.

D. Move close to the door.

Ques: 34 As a patient, Mrs. Persaude has the right to:

A. Considerate and respectful care

B. Information about her diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis

C. Refuse treatment

D. All of the above

Ques: 35 Which action is correct when bottle-feeding a baby?

A. Hold the baby close to you and relax.

B. Leave the baby alone with the bottle.

C. Prop the bottle and lay the baby down.

D. Burp the baby every 10 minutes.

Ques: 36 Which statement about enemas is false?

A. Enema solutions should be 40.5ºC (105ºF).

B. The left Sims’ position is used for an enema.

C. The enema bag is held 30 cm above the anus.

D. The enema solution is administered rapidly.

Ques: 37 Which of the following is true about “do not resuscitate” (DNR) orders?

A. If a client is not mentally able to make the decision, the nurse does.

B. They are ordered for clients who are not expected to recover.

C. Family can never make this decision.

D. They can be written by the nurse or doctor.

Ques: 38 These statements are about moist heat applications. Which is false?

A. Water is in contact with the skin.

B. Moist heat penetrates deeper than dry heat.

C. The effects of moist heat are less than those of a dry heat application.
D. The temperature of a moist heat application is lower than that of a dry heat application.

Ques: 39 Which statement about caring for a client undergoing rehabilitation is true?

A. Sympathy and pity help the person adjust to the disability.

B. A support worker should know how to apply self-care devices.

C. A support worker doesn’t need to know how to use the equipment.

D. An attitude of sympathy must be conveyed to the client.

Ques: 40 How should the support worker answer a person’s phone in the hospital?

A. “Good morning. Mrs. Kemp’s room.”

B. “Hello.”

C. “Good morning. Third floor.”

D. “Good morning. Mrs. Kemp’s room. Joan Bates, support worker, speaking.”

Ques: 41 What is the goal of bladder training?

A. To allow the person to walk to the bathroom

B. To remove the catheter

C. To gain voluntary control of urination

D. All of the above

Ques: 42 An open wound on the lower legs and feet caused by poor return blood flow from veins is
called:

A. A pressure ulcer

B. An arterial ulcer

C. A stasis ulcer

D. A thrombus
Ques : 43 Which of the following measures will best promote sleep?

A. Following bedtime rituals

B. Drinking alcoholic beverages at bedtime

C. Exercising vigorously just prior to bedtime

D. Doing a leisure activity like playing a video game

Ques: 44 Mr. Juarez does not feel that he is making progress with his rehabilitation. He is angry. You
should:

A. Tell him that being angry will only make things worse

B. Change the subject and try to cheer him up

C. Try to understand his feelings and offer support

D. Call his doctor

Ques: 45 Mrs. Harvey complains of abdominal discomfort. Watery stool has been leaking from her
rectum. This is probably:

A. Diarrhea

B. Anal incontinence

C. A fecal impaction

D. Constipation

Ques: 46 Heat applications are used for all of the following except to:

A. Relieve pain

B. Decrease joint stiffness

C. Relax muscles

D. Control bleeding
Ques: 47 The suffix –itis means:

A. Inflammation

B. A condition

C. Paralysis

D. Pain

Ques: 48 Mike has difficulty breathing. This is called:

A. Apnea

B. Orthopnea

C. Dyspnea

D. Eupnea

Ques: 49 Hypoxia is:

A. The amount of hemoglobin that contains oxygen

B. A deficiency of oxygen in the blood

C. The lack of carbon dioxide

D. A deficiency of oxygen in the cells

Ques:50 Shortened forms of words or phrases are:

A. Word elements

B. Abbreviations

C. Suffixes

D. Medical terms

Ques: 51 Who is at high risk of accidental injury

A. only elderly people

B. only babies

C. people of all ages

D. all of the above

Ques: 52 Mr. Cole is masturbating in the dining room. The support worker should do all the following
except:

A. Cover him and take him quietly to his room

B. Report the behaviour to the nurse

C. Provide privacy and protect his rights

D. Scold him for his bad behaviour

Ques: 53 A person has cystitis. This is:

A. An inflammation of the bladder

B. A kidney infection

C. A urinary tract infection

D. Kidney stones

Ques: 54 What is the easiest way to move a heavy object?

A. pushing

B. pulling

C. sliding

D. lifting

Ques: 55 Which statements about recording are true?

A. Save time by charting a procedure before it is completed.

B. Record your opinions about the client and the care received.

C. Skip a line between each written line.

D. Use the client’s exact words when possible.

Ques: 56 Which part of the brain is largest and contains the centre of thought and intelligence?

A. Cerebellum

B. Cerebrum

C. Midbrain

D. Brain stem

Ques: 57 The person or population that comes in contact with a pathogen is called the:

A. Vector

B. Pathogen

C. Host

D. Vehicle

Ques: 58 Which is correct when handling linens?

A. Shake linens in the air to remove wrinkles.

B. Return unused linens to the linen closet.

C. Collect linens in the order of use.

D. Place dirty linens on the floor.

Ques: 59 Dementia is:

A. progressive

B. a medical emergency
C. the same as delirium

D. none of the above

Ques: 60 An infection acquired after admission to a health care agency is a:

A. Communicable disease

B. Hepatitis infection

C. Health care–associated infection

D. Viral infection

Ques: 61 The term myocardial infarction describes:

A. An infection of the pericardium

B. A spasm of the heart

C. A heart attack

D. Hardening of the heart

Ques: 62 Gentle Persuasive approach is

A. respectful

B. punitive

C. self- protective

D. both a and c

Ques: 63 Rehabilitation begins when the person:

A. Leaves the hospital

B. Goes home with home health care

C. Seeks health care

D. Enters a sub-acute care rehabilitation program

Ques:64 People with dementia have:

A. the need for love and belonging

B. the need to be useful

C. the need to be hopeful

D. all of the above

Ques: 65 A congenital defect of the spinal column is known as:

A. Hydrocephalus

B. Cerebral palsy

C. Spina bifida

D. Epilepsy

Ques: 66 The canal that leads to the primary internal female reproductive organs is the:

A. Vagina

B. Urethra

C. Perineum

D. Clitoris

Ques: 67 During which stage of Kübler-Ross’s Stages of Grief does the person question why this is
happening and have strong feelings of resentment?

A. Denial

B. Anger

C. Bargaining

D. Depression
Ques: 68 Suggestions to encourage Unconditional Positive Regard are:

A. music

B. pet therapy

C. art

D. all of the above

Ques: 69 When assisting Mr. Gomez with shaving, what should the support worker remember to do?

A. Hold the skin taut as necessary

B. Report nicks or cuts to the nurse before the end of his or her shift

C. Shave away from the direction of hair growth

D. Massage the skin before shaving

Ques: 70 All employees who work at an agency have the right to read the clients’ or residents’ records.

A. False

B. True

Ques: 71 When is proper body alignment necessary

A. when standing

B. when sitting

C. when lying down

D. all the time

Ques: 72 Reproductive organs begin to function and secondary sex characteristics appear during:

A. Late childhood

B. Puberty
C. Early adulthood

D. Preadolescence

Ques: 73 The person’s legal written statement about the use of life-sustaining measures is called:

A. Hospice care

B. A power of attorney

C. A living will

D. A “do not resuscitate” order

Ques:74 How often do older persons usually need a complete bath?

A. every day

B. every other day

C. twice a week

D. once a week

Ques: 75 A cataract is an eye disorder in which:

A. The optic nerve is damaged

B. The lens becomes cloudy

C. Pressure within the eye is increased

D. Severe eye pain is common

Ques: 76 Dx stands for

A. discontinue

B. dead or arrival

C. director of nursing
D. diagnosis

Ques: 77 Why is age a factor in safety?

A. Young children have not learned what is safe and what is dangerous.

B. Infants are helpless.

C. Physical changes from aging can affect balance and movements.

D. All of the above.

Ques: 78 Identify the measure that supports oxygenation.

A. Allowing the client to rest in the same position for 4 hours

B. Positioning the client in the semi-Fowler’s position

C. Assisting the client to use an incentive spirometer

D. Encouraging coughing and deep-breathing exercises

Ques: 79 Who can delegate

A. RNP

B. RN

C. LPN

D. All of the above

Ques: 80 Which is a true statement about a substitute decision maker?

A. This person overrides the client’s wishes and makes his or her own decisions.

B. Decisions cannot include those that have to do with property.

C. This is also known as power of attorney.

D. This can only be a spouse

Ques: 81 A support worker can refuse to perform a delegated task.

A. True

B. False

Ques: 82 A pinkish brown vaginal drainage that lasts for about 10 days after birth is called:

A. Lochia serosa

B. Lochia alba

C. Lochia rubra

D. Cesarean

Ques: 83 What is stress?

A. The way one copes with and adjusts to everyday living

B. A mental or emotional response to everyday living

C. The emotional, behavioural, or physical response to an event

D. A vague, uneasy feeling, including a sense of impending danger or harm

Ques: 84 Fainting is

A. systemic

B. syncope.

C. Hypotension

D. Contracture

Ques: 85 The blockage of the blood supply to a portion of the brain causes a:

A. Dizzy spell
B. Blackout

C. Heart attack

D. Stroke

Ques: 86 Which statement about ambulation is false?

A. Walking aids may be needed permanently or temporarily.

B. The client should not dangle his or her legs prior to ambulating.

C. A transfer belt is used if the client is weak or unsteady.

D. Crutches, canes, walkers, and braces are common walking aids.

Ques: 87 Which of the following would be described as a symptom?

A. Sleeping soundly

B. Pulse rate of 78

C. Pain

D. Smiling and laughing

Ques: 88 Which is the best way to prevent child abuse?

A. Closed-circuit camera monitoring

B. Being an older parent

C. Isolation

D. Providing ongoing support & parenting teachings for parents

Ques: 89 R stand for

A. right.

B. rectal temperature
C. respiration

D. all of the above

Ques: 90 Which statement about multiple sclerosis is correct?

A. Blurred vision and double vision occur first.

B. Symptoms usually start after age 60.

C. Men are affected more than women.

D. The onset is sudden.

Ques: 91 The support worker can assist to prevent pressure ulcers by doing all of the following except
which action?

A. Providing good skin care

B. Performing range-of-motion exercises with the client as directed

C. Turning and repositioning the client as directed

D. Keeping skin moist

Ques: 92 A laceration is:

A. A closed wound caused by a blow to the body

B. A partial-thickness wound caused by the scraping away of skin

C. An open wound with torn tissue and jagged edges

D. The collection of blood under the skin and tissue

Ques: 93 Do not use to locate radical pulse:

A. index finger

B. ring finger
C. 3 middle fingers

D. thumb

Ques: 94 To communicate with the speech-impaired person, you should:

A. Listen and give the person your full attention

B. Ask the person to repeat or rephrase if necessary

C. Watch the person’s lips move

D. Do all of the above

Ques: 95 The support worker can assist in Mr. Long’s psychological preparation by explaining:

A. What to expect during the preoperative and postoperative periods

B. The procedures the support worker is doing

C. The risks and possible complications of surgery

D. The reason for the surgery

Ques: 96 According to Maslow, which of the following best represents our most basic needs?

A. Self-respect

B. Receiving affection

C. Protection from harm

D. Food and shelter

Ques: 97 In a community setting a Team leader is also known as

A. Director

B. Case Manager

C. Administrator
D. Supervisor

Ques: 98 The most common type of dementia is:

A. Multi-infarct dementia

B. Stroke

C. Alzheimer’s disease

D. Syphilis

Ques: 99 Which statement about Standard Practices is true?

A. Standard Practices are just for nurses.

B. Standard Practices include wearing long gowns when making beds and giving a bed bath.

C. Standard Practices include wearing gloves when appropriate.

D. Standard Practices involve treating all persons as if they were infected.

Ques: 100 Position used to examine the rectum and sometimes the vagina:

A. Sims

B. Lithotomy.

C. Knee- chest

D. Reverse Trendelenburg.

Ques: 101 Good oral hygiene:

A. Prevents mouth odour and infection

B. Is done only once a day

C. Is not important for unconscious persons

D. Allows buildup of tartar and plaque

Ques: 102 Paralysis on one side of the body is called:

A. Hemiplegia

B. Paraplegia

C. Coma

D. Quadriplegia

Ques 103: As unregulated health care professionals, support workers are accountable to:

A. Their supervisors

B. Their clients

C. Their employees

D. All the above

Ques: 104 The values, language, and beliefs of a group passed from one generation to the next is:

A. Self-actualization

B. Religion

C. Culture

D. Holism

Ques: 105 What are the substances your body produces when you are immunized by vaccines?

A. Antibacterial proteins

B. Antitoxic proteins

C. Antibodies

D. Microphages
Ques 106: Which statement about holistic client care is true?

A. A person’s culture rarely influences health and illness practices.

B. Food practices are not related to culture.

C. A person may not follow all of the beliefs and practices of his or her religion or culture.

D. A person’s religious and cultural practices are not allowed in the health care agency.

Ques 107: Which is correct when recording on a client’s chart?

A. Use abbreviations that you would normally use when texting your friends.

B. Record only what you observed, did, and heard from the client yourself.

C. Use a pencil in case you make a mistake.

D. Record using full sentences.

Ques 108: The overbed table should not be used for which of the following activities?

A. For eating

B. As a working surface

C. To store the urinal

D. To store shaving articles

Ques 109: A child deprived of food and clothing is an example of which?

A. Physical neglect

B. Physical abuse

C. Emotional neglect

D. Sexual abuse

Ques 110: Which vegetable is not allowed on a 1000 mg sodium diet?

A. Steamed carrots

B. Steamed broccoli

C. Sauerkraut

D. Lettuce

Ques 111: A death of a partner results in the loss of a:

A. Friend

B. Lover

C. Companion

D. All of the above

Ques 112: Fats, oils, and sweets:

A. Should be consumed in moderate amounts

B. Are low in calories

C. Should be consumed sparingly

D. Have great nutritional value

Ques 113: Mrs. Linn has had a stroke. Which is correct?

A. Rehabilitation would occur after the stroke.

B. You are not responsible for providing emotional support.

C. Good skin care is not important for her.

D. Encourage coughing and deep breathing.

Ques 114: When should hand washing using soap and water be practiced instead of using waterless
alcohol-based hand sanitizers?

A. When switching from one client to another

B. When visible soiling is present on the hands

C. After making a bed

D. After feeding a client

Ques 115: The pancreas is called the master gland.

A. True

B. False

Ques 116: Zach’s cord has not yet healed. His diaper should be:

A. Loose over the cord

B. Snug over the cord

C. Below the cord

D. Disposable

Ques 117: The stiffness or rigidity of skeletal muscles that occurs after death is called:

A. Rigor mortis

B. Postmortem

C. Peristalsis

D. Muscle spasms

Ques 118: What is a word that describes a person’s feelings, emotions, and moods and the way the
person demonstrates them?

A. Phobia

B. Personality

C. Affect

D. Id
Ques 119: Multivitamins are an example of:

A. Prescription medication

B. Generic medication

C. Over-the-counter medication

D. A metered dose inhaler

Ques 120: Which best describes sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)?

A. The unexpected death of a 2-year-old

B. The unexpected death of a 6-month-old

C. The sudden death of a 6-month-old with a heart condition

D. The sudden death of a 2-year-old with a heart condition

Ques 121: Pain that is felt in a part of the body that is no longer there is:

A. Acute pain

B. Phantom pain

C. Radiating pain

D. Chronic pain

Ques 122: A client refuses a bath. What should you do first?

A. Call the client’s family

B. Get help and give the bath

C. Try to determine the cause for the refusal

D. Report the refusal to the nurse

Ques 123: Wrinkling of the skin is caused by which of the following?

A. An increase in subcutaneous fat

B. Loss of elasticity in the skin

C. A decrease in subcutaneous fat

D. An increase in elasticity in the skin

Ques 124: You prepare the room for the client’s return from a weekend visit with family by:

A. Making an open bed

B. Cleaning and organizing the room

C. Lowering the bed to the lowest position

D. Raising the bed rails

Ques 125: Which of the following is not a regulated profession?

A. Support worker

B. Speech-language pathologist

C. Respiratory therapist

D. Dietician

Ques 126: An example of when Miss Drew, a support worker, should call her supervisor is:

A. When the daily routine has gone smoothly

B. When she observes her client acting strangely

C. When she wants to gossip

D. When her clothes get wet from the rain

Ques 127: Sundowning means that:

A. The client becomes sleepy when the sun sets

B. Behaviours become worse in the late afternoon and evening hours

C. Behaviour improves at night

D. The client is in the third stage of the disease

Ques 128: One of the major functions of vitamin C is:

A. Blood clotting

B. Wound healing

C. Formation of red blood cells

D. Normal elimination

Ques 129: Mrs. Smith is being bathed and will return to bed after her bath. What type of bed should you
make?

A. A closed bed

B. A surgical bed

C. An open bed

D. An occupied bed

Ques 130: Which food groups contain the most fat?

A. Breads, cereal, rice, and pasta

B. Fruits

C. Milk, yogurt, and cheese

D. Meat, poultry, fish, dry beans, eggs, and nuts

Ques 131: Mr. Willard is moving to another province. Which aspect of the Canada Health Act (1984)
governs his right to keep his health care coverage?
A. Public administration

B. Universality

C. Accessibility

D. Portability

Ques 132: Mrs. Sanchez has an order for NPO. Which of the following is correct?

A. Fluids are restricted.

B. Records of oral intake are kept.

C. She cannot eat or drink anything.

D. She is encouraged to drink a variety of fluids.

Ques 133: A person’s photograph is taken without permission. Which of the following rights has been
violated?

A. Right to dignity

B. Right to respect

C. Right to privacy

D. Right to safety

Ques 134: A health care agency or program for persons who have a terminal illness is:

A. Case management

B. Hospice

C. Managed care

D. A preferred provider organization

Ques 135: If a fire occurs, which of these steps should be done first?

A. Use a fire extinguisher to put out the fire.

B. Close all doors and windows.

C. Sound the nearest fire alarm.

D. Move persons who are in danger to a safe place.

Ques 136: Mrs. Adams is in isolation. Which is incorrect?

A. Say hello from the doorway often.

B. Treat her with respect, kindness, and dignity.

C. Provide hobby materials if possible.

D. Spend as little time in her room as possible.

Ques 137: Each gram of carbohydrates supplies how many calories?

A. 2

B. 4

C. 7

D. 9

Ques 138: According to Eating Well With Canada’s Food Guide, how many servings of vegetables and
fruit are recommended daily for adults?

A. 3–6

B. 4–8

C. 7–10

D. 6–11

Ques 139: Salia, a support worker, has been caring for Mr. Clark and is feeling frustrated by his slow
progress. What should Salia do?

A. Tell Mr. Clark that she is frustrated

B. Be firm and tell Mr. Clark that he must work harder

C. Discuss her feelings with the nurse

D. Ask a coworker to care for Mr. Clark

Ques 140: The relaxation technique that involves breathing slowly through your nose and repeating a
single syllable is known as:

A. Visualization

B. Mindfulness

C. Meditation

D. Biofeedback

Ques 141: These statements are about HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) and AIDS (acquired immune
deficiency syndrome). Which is false?

A. Standard Precautions are practiced.

B. There may be signs and symptoms of central nervous system damage.

C. The person is at risk for infection.

D. The person always shows some signs and symptoms.

Ques 142: The following statements relate to basic needs. Which is correct?

A. People cannot meet their own needs.

B. Lower-level needs must be met before higher-level needs.

C. The need for self-actualization is always met.

D. The need for self-esteem is affected by illness.

Ques 143: Bed cradles are used to:

A. Keep the weight of top linens off the feet

B. Keep the hips abducted

C. Prevent plantar flexion

D. Prevent the mattress from sagging

Ques 144: Johan, a support worker, made an error while providing care. When should he report this?

A. At the end of his shift

B. Never, unless a client was injured

C. To the person’s family when they visit

D. Immediately

Ques 145: Which statement about the client’s bill of rights is correct?

A. It represents basic rights for all people receiving care.

B. One bill of rights is used for all provinces and territories.

C. These only apply to older adults.

D. Facilities cannot write their own bill of rights.

Ques 146: When providing emergency care, which is incorrect?

A. Know your limits. Do not do more than you are able.

B. Call for help.

C. Move the person to a more comfortable place.

D. Keep the person warm.

Ques 147: Mr. Dawson has dementia, and today, he is demonstrating sexually aggressive behaviours. The
behavior may be:

A. An attempt to prove he is still attractive and able to perform sexually

B. Due to confusion and disorientation

C. Done on purpose
D. All of the above

Ques 148: The client’s unit:

A. Is arranged for staff convenience

B. Should always have dim lighting

C. Should be as personal and homelike as possible

D. Is kept clean by the client

Ques 149: All the following are possible physical symptoms of a panic attack except:

A. Increased heart rate

B. Rapid breathing

C. Feeling light-headed

D. Increased appetite

Ques 150: A wound is red and swollen, and the area around it is warm to the touch. These are signs of:

A. The inflammatory phase of wound healing

B. The proliferative phase of wound healing

C. Healing by primary intention

D. Healing by secondary intention

Ques 151: Deborah, a support worker, is assisting with Mrs. Dillan’s admission. While Deborah is
performing vital signs, Mrs. Dillan complains of severe abdominal pain. What should Deborah do first?

A. Call the doctor

B. Finish the admissions process and then report Mrs. Dillan’s complaint of pain to the nurse

C. Call the nurse immediately

D. Tell Mrs. Dillan not to worry because her doctor will see her soon
Ques 152: Which correctly describes how to ensure that 2-month-old Zach sleeps safely?

A. Zach’s bedroom door should be closed at all times to keep out noise.

B. Zach should be positioned on his back for sleep.

C. Zach should have a pillow for sleep.

D. One of Zach’s crib rails should be up at all times.

Ques 153: Mrs. Tremaine has a broken arm. This is an example of a:

A. Persistent illness

B. Disability

C. Illness

D. Acute illness

Ques 154: The basic unit of body structure is:

A. An organ

B. A cell

C. Tissue

D. Mitosis

Ques 155: Listen and use silence when dealing with an angry person.

A. True

B. False

Ques 156: Mr. Long’s analgesic medication was given to relieve his arthritis pain. Your responsibility
includes:

A. Documenting the medication given

B. Giving the medication to Mr. Long

C. Reporting to the nurse if the pain is not relieved after one hour

D. Explaining to Mr. Long how the medication works

Ques 157: Masks prevent the spread of microbes from the client’s:

A. Gastrointestinal tract

B. Skin

C. Respiratory tract

D. All of the above

Ques 158: You are ill and cannot come to work. Which is correct?

A. Call a coworker to report your illness.

B. Do not call anyone. You are sick and need your rest.

C. Call your supervisor.

D. Call the administrator.

Ques 159: Mr. Bélanger has an ankle brace. You notice a reddened area on the ankle bone when you
remove the brace. You should:

A. Put a bandage on the reddened area

B. Massage the reddened area

C. Report your observation to the nurse

D. Do all of the above

Ques 160: Which of these steps would not be helpful in caring for a confused client?

A. Call the client by name each time you have contact with him or her.

B. Keep clocks and calendars in the client’s room.

C. Maintain a daily routine of activities.

D. Prior to beginning care, describe your plan for the entire shift.

Ques 161: Pillows are used to position infants.

A. True

B. False

Ques 162: You are caring for an infant and young children. Which measure is unsafe?

A. Checking children in cribs frequently

B. Keeping one hand on a child in a crib if you need to look away

C. Propping a baby bottle on a rolled towel or blanket

D. Keeping plastic bags away from children

Ques 163: Restraints are rarely used

A. True

B. False

Ques 164: The back-lying position is the:

A. Sims’ position

B. Semi-Fowler’s position

C. Supine position

D. Prone position

Ques 165: The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is spread by:

A. Sneezing
B. Insects

C. Unprotected oral sex

D. Holding hands

Ques 166: Normal respirations are:

A. Between 12 and 20 per minute

B. Loud and effortless

C. Irregular, with both sides of the chest rising and falling equally

D. Between 60 and 80 per minute

Ques 167: Mr. Lao has dementia. Dementia describes:

A. A false belief

B. A loss of memory caused by changes in the brain

C. Seeing, hearing, or feeling something that is not real

D. A disease that causes progressive loss of balance and coordination

Ques 168: The skin and underlying tissues were pierced by accident with a sharp object. This is:

A. A puncture wound

B. An incision

C. A contusion

D. An abrasion

Ques 169: The worst way to manage stress is to:

A. Deny it

B. Adapt to it
C. Modify it

D. Avoid it

Ques 170: The ability to recognize, perceives, and has an understanding of another’s emotions because
of having had the same emotion or experience in your life is the definition of which term?

A. Courtesy

B. Empathy

C. Work ethics

D. Politeness

Ques 171: You are changing a non-sterile dressing. Before you begin:

A. Review the procedure with the nurse

B. Allow pain medications time to take effect

C. Collect all needed equipment and supplies

D. Do all of the above

Ques 172: Which of the following statements about foot care is correct?

A. Feet are rarely infected and injured.

B. Assistive personnel use scissors to cut toenails.

C. Soiled feet and socks harbour microbes.

D. Cleaning toenails is easier when feet are dry.

Ques 173: Which statement about range-of-motion (ROM) exercises is incorrect?

A. ROM exercises can cause injury if not done correctly.

B. The nurse tells you which joints to exercise.

C. The joint is moved never beyond the point of pain.

D. The joint is moved slowly, smoothly, and gently.

Ques 174: Mr. Samod has difficulty sleeping, and he awakens several times during the night. He has
difficulty answering your questions and seems moody. His pulse is irregular, and his eyes are red and
puffy. He is showing signs of:

A. Insomnia

B. Sleep deprivation

C. Enuresis

D. Distraction

Ques 175: The best behaviour for a support worker when feeding a client is:

A. Telling a resident the value of each type of food

B. Appearing patient and calm

C. Feeding one kind of food before starting another

D. Talking about the client’s family without knowing if they visit

Ques 176: Frequent urination at night is referred to as:

A. Nocturia

B. Olyguria

C. Polyuria

D. Glucosuria

Ques 177: The prefix “ab” means:

A. Toward

B. Against

C. Double
D. Away from

Ques 178: Mr. Lopez is confused. He resists your efforts to get him dressed for the day. Which is correct?

A. You may need to dress him another time.

B. He is restrained if necessary.

C. Ask the nurse to medicate him.

D. His rights are respected.

Ques 179: When cleaning equipment, which step is correct?

A. Clean from the dirtiest area to the cleanest.

B. Wash the item with soap and cold water.

C. Wear latex gloves.

D. Rinse the item in cold water before cleaning.

Ques 180: Mr. Jansen is 75 years old. His daughter notices that he is agitated, has poor grooming, and
complains of not sleeping and feeling tired all the time. These are signs and symptoms of:

A. Aging

B. A phobia

C. Abusive personality

D. Depression

Ques 181: Spastic means:

A. Mentally challenged

B. Continuous writhing motions of the trunk, arms, and legs

C. Uncontrolled contractions of the skeletal muscles

D. Paralysis of both arms and legs

Ques 182: What should the support worker remember to do when giving Mr. Verma a back massage?

A. Warm the lotion before applying it

B. Make the massage last about 45 minutes

C. Use gentle strokes

D. Always wear gloves

Ques 183: You are instructed to strain Mr. Xiao’s urine. You know that straining urine is done to find:

A. Hematuria

B. Stones

C. Nocturia

D. Urgency

Ques 184: During systole, the heart chambers fill with blood.

A. True

B. False

Ques 185: Moving a body part toward the midline of the body is:

A. Extension

B. Adduction

C. Abduction

D. Rotation

Ques 186: MSDS stands for:

A. Metals and solvents data sheet

B. Material safety data sheet

C. Medical survey data sheet

D. None of the above

Ques 187: Which is a true statement about older adults?

A. In older men, testosterone increases.

B. Sexual needs disappear.

C. Urine is less concentrated.

D. Women usually live longer than men.

Ques 188: Long-term care facilities are designed to meet the special needs of older and disabled
persons.

A. True

B. False

Ques 189: Which statement about feeding a person is true?

A. Ask if he or she wants to pray before eating.

B. Always use a tablespoon to feed the person.

C. Always serve vegetables first.

D. Never speak to the person when feeding them.

Ques 190: Hypothermia is a:

A. Very low body temperature

B. Bluish discoloration of the skin

C. Very high body temperature

D. Moist cold application

Ques 191: Care of the dying person includes all of the following except:

A. Providing frequent oral hygiene

B. Providing good skin care

C. Positioning the person in good body alignment

D. Active and passive range-of-motion exercises

Ques 192: A person with dementia is being admitted to a long-term care facility. Which statement is
correct?

A. Family members are asked to leave to help the person adjust.

B. The admission process is completed as quickly as possible.

C. The person’s confusion may increase in new surroundings.

D. All of the above.

Ques 193: Besides hearing, the ear is involved with:

A. Regulating body movements

B. Balance

C. Smoothness of body movements

D. Controlling involuntary muscles

Ques 194: Where does digestion begin?

A. In the stomach

B. In the esophagus

C. In the mouth

D. In the duodenum
Ques 195: Agitated and restless behaviour may be the result of:

A. Pain or discomfort

B. Too much stimuli

C. Lack of sleep

D. All of the above

Ques 196: Retirement often results in which of the following?

A. Lowered income

B. Physical changes from aging

C. Companionship and usefulness

D. Financial security

Ques 197: Tom, a support worker, feels that he is being harassed at work. Tom should ignore it to avoid
causing trouble.

A. True

B. False

Ques 198: The goal of the health care team is to:

A. Provide quality care

B. Make money

C. Provide case management

D. Assign tasks and responsibilities

Ques 199: You note a black, tarry stool. This is called:

A. Melena

B. Feces
C. Hemostool

D. Occult blood

Ques 200: The substance in red blood cells that carries oxygen and gives blood its color is:

A. Protoplasm

B. Plasma

C. Hemoglobin

D. Leukocytes

Ques 201: Which of the following is correct when cleaning up a spill of body fluid?

A. Always wear gloves.

B. Use paper towels to absorb fluid.

C. Dispose of the towels in waterproof bags.

D. All of the above

Ques 202: Which drainage is green, yellow, or brown in color?

A. Serous drainage

B. Sanguineous drainage

C. Serosanguineous drainage

D. Purulent drainage

Ques 203: All persons age at the same rate.

A. True

B. False
Ques 204: A person with a persistent blood pressure measurement above 140/90 has:

A. Tachycardi

B. Hypertension

C. Hypotension

D. Anxiety

Ques 205: Which guideline for bathing a client is correct?

A. Clean the perineum first.

B. Encourage the resident to help.

C. Rub the skin dry.

D. Use cool water at all times.

Ques 206: A person has angina pectoris. Which is true?

A. Damage to the heart muscle occurs.

B. The pain is described as crushing, stabbing, or throbbing.

C. The pain is relieved with rest and nitroglycerin.

D. All of the above.

Ques 207: The breathing of fluid or an object into the lungs is called:

A. Gavage

B. Aspiration

C. Dysphagia

D. Regurgitation

Ques 208: Falls by older adults who live at home are best prevented by:
A. Reducing clutter from pathways

B. Reducing bright lighting

C. Providing daily safety classes for older adults

D. Preventing older adults from living by themselves

Ques 209: Which is the correct term for frequent urination at night?

A. Polyuria

B. Nocturia

C. Dysuria

D. Urgency

Ques 210: A microbe that is harmful and causes infection is:

A. A reservoir

B. A pathogen

C. A non-pathogen

D. Normal flora

Ques 211: The goal of health promotion is to reduce the risk of illness.

A. True

B. False

Ques 212: Which of the following statements about pressure sores is true?

A. A reddened area is the last sign of a pressure sore.

B. Soft areas are the common site for pressure sores.

C. Shearing and friction do not cause pressure sores.

D. Abdominal folds are high-risk areas for pressure sores.

Ques 213: The person with epilepsy has:

A. Seizures

B. Diplegia

C. Athetoid

D. Spastic movements

Ques 214: Residents of long-term care facilities have the right to:

A. Make telephone calls in private

B. Participate in planning their care

C. Receive mail unopened

D. All of the above

Ques 215: Which is not allowed while you are on your meal break?

A. Making personal phone calls

B. Meeting family members at your workplace

C. Leaving the unit after informing the nurse you are taking your break

D. Taking a few extra minutes to returning back on time.

Ques 216: How does the support worker promote comfort?

A. By keeping bed linens loose

B. By not allowing visitors

C. By assisting with elimination needs

D. By always keeping the client in a sitting position

Ques 217: The lack or absence of breathing is called:

A. Dyspnea

B. Apnea

C. Hypoxia

D. Orthopnea

Ques 218: To provide visual privacy for clients, you must remember to:

A. Provide care with the room door open

B. Ask the client’s roommate not to look

C. Reach under the covers for cleaning the client’s perineal area so as to keep the client covered at
all times

D. Always pull the curtain completely around the person’s bed when care is given

Ques 219: Which of the following people is most likely marginalized?

A. A school-age child

B. A gay, 70-year-old man

C. A 40-year-old married man

D. A 40-year-old single man

Ques 220: Introduced in 1948, universal hospital insurance became the foundation of the Canadian
health care system. In which Canadian province or territory did it begin?

A. British Columbia

B. Ontario

C. Quebec

D. Saskatchewan
Ques 221: How can the support worker help to prevent pressure ulcers?

A. Massage reddened areas over bony prominences

B. Use oily soap

C. Remove tight clothing

D. Reposition the client every 2 hours as per care plan

Q1. What does the square laundry symbol indicate?

A. if bleach can be used

B. how to dry items
C. if the garment needs to be dry cleaned.
D. if the garment can be ironed

Q2. What are the three primary categories featured in the 2019 Canada's Food
Guide?

A. vegetables and fruits, protein, whole grain foods

B. vegetables and fruits, carbohydrate, whole grain foods
C. vegetables and fruits, meat and alternatives, whole grain foods
D. vegetables and fruits, milk and dairy, whole grain foods

Q3. Which of the following is not included in the cleaning guidelines?

A. change cleaning cloths and water frequently

B. work from dirtiest to cleanest
C. work from higher to lower
D. work from dry to wet

Q4. How can clock numbers help someone find food on their plate?

A. dysphagia
B. confusion
C. aggressive behavior
D. vision impairment

Q5. What type of bed making is appropriate when a bed will not be used for a
few hours or days?

A. occupied
B. closed
C. open
D. surgical

Q6. What system in the body helps deliver more blood to muscles and organs
during exercise?

A. cardiovascular system
B. circulatory system
C. blood vessels
D. lymphatic system

Q7. What is the name of the body’s largest system, which can indicate a
person's health through changes in color and texture?

A. integumentary system
B. epidermis
C. appendages
D. oil glands

Q8. What challenges might Canadians encounter in getting enough nutrition in

their diets?

A. limited access to internet, experiencing mental illness

B. good weather conditions, experiencing mental illness or addictions
C. geographical isolation, experiencing mental illness or addictions, being
wealthy
D. limited income, geographical isolation, experiencing mental illness or
addictions

Q9. Which clients have a higher risk of experiencing skin tears?

A. clients who are obese

B. clients who are poorly hydrated
C. clients who are young and active
D. clients who are former athletes

Q10. When recording a client's output, which of the following should a support
worker not measure?

A. urine
B. vomitus
C. a normal bowel movement
D. wound drainage

Q11. If your client needs to take 2000 mg of Metformin per day in two doses,
and each tablet is 500 mg, your client should take:

A. two tablets with breakfast, two tablets with dinner

B. two tablets and a half with breakfast and lunch
C. one tablet and a half with breakfast, lunch and dinner
D. three tablets

Q12. What does drug antagonism refer to?

A. an unusually strong drug effect when taking two or more drugs

B. an unusually weak drug effect when taking two or more drugs at the same
time
C. a response to a medication that occurs in addition to the intended response
D. a response to a medication that occurs when the wrong dose was ordered

Q13. What should you do if a client believes they have been given too much of
a diuretic ("water pill")?

A. tell her she is mistaken, since the nurse knows how much medication to give
B. ask her what she would like to happen now
C. call your supervisor and inform them about the client's concerns
D. do nothing because you don't want to get in the middle

Q14. What does the term "sterile field" refer to?

A. a work area free of all microbes, both pathogens and non-pathogens

B. the environment in which microbes live and grow
C. a park with no trees
D. the process of removing dead skin cells.

Q15. What is urticaria?

A. hives
B. eczema
C. impetigo
D. dermatitis

Q16. What are the characteristics of skeletal muscles?

A. are under involuntary control

B. appear smooth
C. are always under voluntary control
D. appear striped under a microscope
Q17. Which part of the heart is responsible for pumping blood to the rest of the
body?

A. right atrium
B. left atrium
C. right ventricle
D. left ventricle

Q18. What is the term for acts or verbal comments in the workplace that could
mentally "hurt" a person?

A. bullying
B. harassment
C. abuse
D. rudeness

Q19. Is it true that impetigo cannot be spread from person to person?

A. TRUE
B. FALSE

Q20. Who must you report to directly if you suspect or witness child abuse?

A. child protection services

B. your co-workers
C. the charge nurse
D. the child's family

Q21. What is the purpose of palliative care?

A. results in fewer symptoms

B. hastens death
C. both B and C
D. improves quality of life

Q22. Who is the Substitute Decision Maker?

A. is chosen by the family

B. only makes financial decisions
C. makes decisions based on what the Substitute Decision Maker would want
for himself or herself
D. is chosen by the client
Q23. When selecting a comfort measure to reduce pain, what should you always
consider?

A. use warm blankets

B. do the care yourself and not ask the family to help
C. use the same comfort measure that worked last week
D. individualize the care

Q24. What should a PSW do immediately following the death of a person?

A. clean the room of all of the deceased person's belongings

B. perform the PSW's favourite personal ritual to support the family
C. never leave the family alone with the deceased
D. position the body in a natural flat lying position, with the head on the pillow
and the sheets arranged neatly

Q25. What is the difference between delirium and dementia?

A. dementia is sudden onset and is reversible

B. dementia is sudden onset and not reversible
C. delirium is sudden onset and may be reversible
D. delirium is sudden onset and is never reversible

Q26. What do adjusting to physical changes, having grown-up children, and

developing leisure activities represent?

A. developmental stages of middle adulthood

B. developmental tasks of middle adulthood
C. developmental tasks of young adulthood
D. developmental stages of young adulthood

Q27. Which term refers to the dark or bright red discharge from the vagina that
occurs within the initial 3 to 5 days following delivery?

A. Lochia alba
B. Lochia serosa
C. Involution
D. Lochia rubra

Q28. As a caregiver, what should you consider to ensure a good approach?

A. our beliefs
B. our values
C. our culture
D. all of the above

Q29. Which of the following is not included in successful verbal redirection?

A. dismissing
B. distraction
C. validate
D. redirection

Q30. In a caring relationship, what does personhood involve?

A. disrespect
B. support
C. all except disrespect
D. trust

Q31. What actions should be taken to de-escalate a situation?

A. stop the person from expressing their emotions

B. remove the person's food, drinks, photos etc.
C. ensure a calm environment, and offer continued support
D. all of the above

Q32. For what purposes is a back massage given?

A. treat osteoporosis
B. relax muscles
C. both A and B
D. stimulate circulation

Q33. How do narcotics impact oxygen needs by their action on the body?

A. decrease heart rate and blood flow

B. depress the respiratory centre in the brain
C. cause swelling of the mucous membranes in the upper airway
D. cause brain damage
Q34.What is the reason for collecting a stool sample from a client if their bowel
movement appears black and tarry?

A. to rule out hemorrhoids

B. to test the stool for blood
C. to rule out ulcers
D. to rule out colon cancer

Q35.What are the signs of hypoxia?

A. painful, difficult breathing and weak pulse

B. calm, clammy and weak pulse
C. slow, weak respirations and disorientation
D. restlessness, dizziness, and disorientation

Q36. What term is used to describe severe effects of medication on a client's

body?

A. side-effects
B. severe side-effects
C. life-threatening side-effects
D. adverse effects

Q37. What are the common side effects of medication?

A. vomiting
B. constipation
C. nausea
D. all of the above

Q38. What does the term polypharmacy mean?

A. a mall that has both Shoppers and Rexall

B. the use of more medications by a client than is medically required
C. a pharmacy with specialized medications
D. all of the above

Q39. What action should you take if a resident shows symptoms of an allergy?

A. use an EPI pen

B. tell the client to take deep breaths
C. nothing, this is not a serious concern
D. notify the supervisor and watch the client closely
Q40. What is the abbreviation RUQ short for?

A. Right under quadrant

B. Rest under care
C. Left upper quadrant
D. Right upper quadrant

Q41. Which of these statements is correct regarding ostomies?

A. deodorants cannot control odours

B. the client does not wear a pouch
C. feces are always liquid
D. good skin care around the stoma is essential

Q42. What should you do if an older client has cold feet?

A. soak the client's feet in hot water

B. apply a hot-water bottle
C. apply a heating pad
D. provide socks

Q43. What is the term for the extended retention and buildup of feces in the
rectum?

A. diarrhea
B. fecal incontinence
C. constipation
D. fecal impaction

Q44. What is the typical pulse range for an adult?

A. 90-140 beats per minute

B. 120-160 beats per minute
C. 60-100 beats per minute
D. 140-50 beats per minute

Q45. Which type of thermometer is infrequently used in healthcare settings?

A. electronic
B. dot matrix
C. glass
D. digital

Q46. Which of the following is not typically a sign of abuse or neglect in

children and infants?

A. smiling happily.
B. developmental delays
C. sudden behavior changes
D. prolonged diarrhea

Q47. Which of these is not part of the cycle of abuse?

A. honeymoon phase
B. neglect phase
C. tension-building phase
D. abusive phase

Q48. What does cyberbullying encompass?

A. social anxiety
B. sending threatening emails
C. both A and B
D. posting embarrassing photos of someone online

Q49. What does a palliative approach entail?

A. only for people with cancer

B. not for people with end stage cardiac disease
C. only for people who are dying imminently
D. for people with any life-limiting or life-threatening disease

Q50. What is cachexia in the context of a person who is dying?

A. the feeling of breathlessness

B. involuntary weight loss
C. voluntary weight loss
D. a form of cancer

Q51. Which of the following are considered as self-care strategies ?

A. Developing elf awareness, remembering your boundaries, and developing

strong social support network.
 B. Eating food that is healthy, exercising regularly, and sleeping well
C. Engaging in learning activities including attending continuing education
sessions
D. All of the above.

Q52. To provide comfort to someone experiencing dyspnea, which of the

following strategies could be used ?

A. Close the windows to ensure that the air is warm

B. Position of the person in the prone position
C. Encourage the individual to remain active to increase blood circulation
D. Use a fan to increase airflow

Q53. What signs or symptoms related to the umbilical cord, circumcision sites,
episiotomy site, Caesarean section site, or breasts should a PSW report?

A. fever and chills

B. pain and swelling
C. foul odour, drainage, or bleeding
D. all of the above

Q54.What does the square laundry symbol indicate?

1. if the garment can be ironed

2. if bleach can be used
3. how to dry items
4. if the garment needs to be dry cleaned

Q55.What is the purpose of using clock numbers to assist a client in locating

food on a plate?

1. dysphagia
2. vision impairment
3. confusion
4. aggressive behaviour

Q56.What are the three main categories featured in the 2019 version of
Canada's Food Guide?

1. vegetables and fruits, protein, whole grain foods

2. vegetables and fruits, meat and alternatives, whole grain foods
3. vegetables and fruits, carbohydrate, whole grain foods
4. vegetables and fruits, milk and dairy, whole grain foods

Q57. What is the advised daily caffeine consumption for a child aged 7 to 9?

1. 100 mg per day

2. 85 mg per day
3. 45 mg per day
4. 62.5 mg per day

Q58. What is the function of protein in the body?

1. improving the taste of food

2. tissue growth and repair
3. energy and fibre
4. body heat and the protection of organs from injury

Q59.What is the primary function of a stethoscope?

1. an instrument used to examine the ears

2. an instrument used to measure blood pressure
3. an instrument used to measure a client's temperature
4. an instrument used to listen to sounds produced by the body

Q60. How is a wound that is free of infection classified?

1. a contusion
2. a clean wound
3. an incision
4. an abrasion

Q61. What are potential symptoms of a penicillin allergy in a client?

1. itchiness
2. rashes
3. swelling
4. all of the above

Q62. What constitutes correct usage of personal protective equipment (PPE)?

1. wearing gloves when touching contaminated items or surfaces

2. removing personal protective equipment after leaving the work area
3. reusing your disposable gloves after your break
4. using waterless hand sanitizer on disposable gloves for reuse

Q63. Which statement is incorrect regarding the nature of cancer?

1. cancer can never be cured

2. cancer tumours can be benign
3. metastasis is the spread of cancer to other body parts
4. cancer tumours can be malignant

Q64. Who is at the greatest risk for experiencing abuse?

1. those who have a mental health disorder

2. those who belong to a visible minority
3. those who do not speak an official language
4. all of the above

Q65. What rights are encompassed by the Canadian Charter of Rights and
Freedoms?

1. right to freedom of conscience and religion

2. the right to enter and leave Canada
3. to have life, liberty, and security
4. all of the above

Q66. What non-verbal behaviors could suggest that an individual is

experiencing pain?

1. yelling and screaming

2. resisting care, facial grimacing, and change in behavior
3. decreased blinking and skin rash
4. rapid breathing and hot dry skin

Q67. In the context of selecting a comfort measure to alleviate pain, what is

essential to remember?

1. use warm blankets

2. use the same comfort measure that worked last week
3. do the care yourself and not ask the family to help
4. individualize the care
Q68. What does spina bifida entail?

1. seizures
2. abnormalities in the structure of the heart
3. improper closing of the spine before birth
4. changes in the x chromosome

Q69. In many Western cultures, what is a prevalent belief regarding parenting?

1. self-reliance is often emphasized in children

2. most adults still live at home with their parents
3. grandparents are always cared for by a family member at home rather than at
a long-term care facility
4. parents do everything for their children

Q70. When dealing with stains caused by bodily fluids or stool, what is the
recommended temperature of water for rinsing?

1. warm water
2. hot water
3. cold water
4. none of the above

Q71. When a client requests that you apply Voltaren cream to help with her
arthritis pain, which of the following should you not do?

1. you help the client with her pain by applying the Voltaren as you are happy to
help
2. you tell her that a support worker cannot administer medication
3. you inform your supervisor of the client's request
4. both a and c

Q72. What is the objective of giving a bath?

1. preventing odours
2. increasing circulation
3. refreshing and relaxing the person
4. all of the above
Q73. What should you keep in mind when selecting a comfort measure to
reduce pain?

1. use the same comfort measure that worked last week

2. use warm blankets
3. do the care yourself and not ask the family to help
4. individualize the care

Q74. Which of the following is not a developmental task of adolescence?

1. accepting changes in the body and appearance

2. becoming independent from parents and adults
3. developing morals, attitudes, and values
4. selecting a partner

Q75.What is the definition of dysuria?

1. sugar in the urine

2. painful or difficult urination
3. blood in the urine
4. a scant amount of urine

Q76. What are some obstacles Canadians may encounter in achieving adequate
nutrition in their diets?

1. limited access to the internet, experiencing mental illness

2. good weather conditions, experiencing mental illness or addictions
3. geographical isolation, experiencing mental illness or addictions, being
wealthy
4. limited income, geographical isolation, experiencing mental illness or
addictions

Q77. How much fluid is required daily for maintaining normal fluid balance?

1. 1500 - 1800 ml of fluid

2. 2000 - 2500 ml of fluid
3. 2000 - 2700 ml of fluid
4. 2500 - 3000 ml of fluid

Q80. What are the aspirations for individuals with developmental disabilities?
1. to live independently
2. to have control of their lives
3. education and job training
4. financial independence

Q78. Which of the following is not a recommended guideline for cleaning?

1. work from dirtiest to cleanest

2. change cleaning cloths and water frequently
3. work from higher to lower
4. work from dry to wet

Q79. Which action by a client with an indwelling catheter indicates a need for
further teaching to prevent infection?

1. the client carries her urinary drainage bag under her arm like a purse
2. when the client is in bed, she attaches the drainage bag to the bed frame
3. the client, who has female genitalia, secures the catheter drainage tubing to
her inner thigh
4. when the client is being transferred to a chair, she attaches the drainage bag to
the back of the chair

Q80. What does the acronym PICC represent?

1. peripherally inverted central catheters

2. peripheral internal central catheters
3. peripherally inserted central catheters
4. peripheric inferior central catheters

Q81. As a support worker attending to an older adult, what does the fact that
normal body temperature can be lower in older persons imply?

1. you need to use the right type of thermometer when measuring their
temperature
2. you cannot measure their temperature orally
3. you need to report their temperature each time to make sure there is no issue
4. a client may have a fever when the body temperature seems to be within a
normal range

Q82. Which of the following does not typically happen in men with aging?

1. an erection occurs more quickly

2. the time between erection and orgasm is shorter
3. erections last longer
4. orgasm is longer and more forceful

Q83.When medication has serious consequences on an individual's health, these

reactions are known as:

1. side-effects
2. severe side-effects
3. adverse effects
4. life-threatening side-effects

Q84. The process of passing a kidney stone is known as cystitis.

1. FALSE
2. TRUE

Q85. Which statement is accurate?

1. most people have a bowel movement every day or every 2 to 3 days

2. stools are normally black and runny
3. diarrhea occurs when feces move slowly through the intestines
4. constipation results when feces move through the large intestine rapidly

Q86. When fastening a dressing with tape, how should the tape be placed?

1. to the top and bottom of the dressing

2. around the entire body part
3. as the client prefers
4. to the top, middle, and bottom of the dressing

Q87. What does the treatment involving pinching and pushing a client
exemplify?

1. neglect
2. malpractice
3. negligence
4. physical abuse

Q88. The process of passing a kidney stone is known as cystitis.

1. FALSE
2. TRUE
Q89. Why is it important to maintain therapeutic boundaries?

1. boundaries help you know where the person lives

2. boundaries help you provide better care for the person and family
3. both a and b
4. boundaries help you remember that while you care deeply about the person,
you are not the family

Q90. What is the distinction between delirium and dementia?

1. dementia is sudden onset and is reversible

2. delirium is sudden onset and is never reversible
3. dementia is sudden onset and not reversible
4. delirium is sudden onset and may be reversible

Q91. What is denial characterized by?

1. limiting the conversation to a certain topic

2. an unwillingness to accept the truth or a certain reality
3. a show of obedience, meekness and compliance in the face of conflict
4. restating someone's message in one's own words

Q92. Which action should you NOT take when assisting a client who is
experiencing a seizure?

1. keep track of the duration of the seizure and the parts of the body affected
2. hold the client down
3. call emergency medical services if the seizure lasts longer than 5 minutes
4. ensure that there is nothing within reach that could harm the client

Q93. The endocrine glands secrete substances known as:

1. insulin
2. semen
3. mucus
4. hormones

Q94. Which of the following is a symptom of autism spectrum disorder (ASD)?

1. the individual likes cuddling

2. the individual develops language skills quickly
3. the individual prefers not to be alone
4. the individual repeats body movements

Q95. Comfort measures for someone experiencing nausea and vomiting include:

1. increasing any smells associated with cooking food

2. wearing lightly scented vanilla lotion
3. providing mouth care to freshen the mouth
4. providing a meal replacement

Q96. Which factors may contribute to responsive behaviors?

1. anger or fear
2. confusion and frustration
3. none of the above
4. all the above

Q97. Dementia and Delirium can be associated with responsive behaviors such
as:

1. shouting
2. irritability
3. wandering
4. all of the above

Q98. Chemical restraints refer to medications used for what purpose?

1. treat medical conditions

2. control behavior
3. both a and b
4. restrict freedom of movement

Q99. Which statement about handling clean linen is correct?

1. clean linen may be placed on any surface

2. clean linen may be returned to the linen cart
3. clean linen may be placed on the client's chair
4. clean linen should be placed on a clean surface

Q100 .In what ways might one demonstrate compassion or be present with
compassion?

1. knowing in advance what you should say

2. being with a person who is suffering, and not saying anything to try and fix it
3. asking yourself, "what information do I need to gather to report to the team?"
4. both options 2 and 3

Q.101 The three components of food labels are:

1. list of ingredients, nutrition claims, nutrition facts

2. list of ingredients, nutrition claims, daily values
3. list of ingredients, nutrition claims, expiry date
4. list of ingredients, nutrition claims, risk factors

Q102. Which statement accurately describes carbohydrates?

1. they provide tissue growth and repair that comes from meat and fish
2. they provide the daily needs for normal function and growth but no calories
3. they provide energy for the body and fiber that comes from plants
4. they provide chemical substances found in both plant and animal foods

Q103. Soaps have the following effect:

1. remove pigment
2. moisten the skin
3. remove hair
4. remove dirt and dead skin

Q104. Fat-soluble vitamins include:

1. A, B, C and E
2. A, C, E and K
3. A, D, E and K
4. A, D, E and C

Q105. Suggestions to encourage Unconditional Positive Regard could include:

1. music
2. pet therapy
3. art
4. all of the above

Q106. Nonverbal indicators that a person may be experiencing pain include:

1. change in usual behavior

2. decreased functioning
3. resisting care
4. all of the above

Q107. If a family member is concerned about the risk of addiction to pain

medication for their terminally ill loved one, how should a PSW respond?

1. look at the patient's chart to explain what medications the patient is taking
and why
2. use your Medication Problem A.C.T.I.O.N. Plan to describe how the drug
works
3. acknowledge the family member's concern, encourage the family member to
talk to the nurse, and report the family member's concern to your
supervisor/team leader
4. use your Medication Problem A.C.T.I.O.N. Plan to determine if the patient
really is addicted

Q108. Adjusting to physical changes, having grown-up children, and developing

leisure activities are typically associated with:

1. developmental stages of young adulthood

2. developmental tasks of young adulthood
3. developmental stages of middle adulthood
4. developmental tasks of middle adulthood

Q109. When considering the A's of dementia related to memory loss, which
term is accurate?

1. apraxia
2. apathy
3. amnesia
4. aphasia

Q110. In selecting a comfort measure to alleviate pain for a dying person, it's
essential to:

1. use the same comfort measure that worked previously

2. apply warm blankets
3. personalize the approach to care
4. perform the care independently without involving the family

Q111. For a client with an ostomy pouch, what is the typical frequency for
emptying it?

1. every morning
2. when feces are present
3. every 3 to 7 days
4. every 4 to 6 hours

Q112. Where does the majority of nutrient absorption occur within the body?

1. large intestine
2. stomach
3. colon
4. small intestine

Q113. Which of the following is not a guideline for shaving?

1. shave in the opposite direction of hair growth

2. follow standard practices
3. stretch skin taut as necessary
4. soften the client's facial hair prior to shaving

Q114. What defines a communicable disease?

1. the time between exposure to a pathogenic organism and the appearance of

signs and symptoms
2. a disease caused by microbes that spread easily; also known as contagious
disease
3. any single-celled or multicellular living thing
4. a microbe that does not usually cause infection or disease and is not harmful
to humans

Q115. How is metastasis best described in relation to Mr. Coelho's condition,

where prostate cancer has spread to his bones and liver?

1. it is the development of a cancerous tumour

2. it is a noncancerous process
3. it is a rapid cell growth and division that develops a lump or mass of tissue
4. it is cancer that has spread to other body parts

Q116. What symptom is indicative of hypoxia?

1. calm, clammy and weak pulse

2. slow, weak respirations and disorientation
3. restlessness, dizziness, and disorientation
4. painful, difficult breathing and weak pulse
Q117. The Gentle Persuasive Approach in dementia care is important in
supporting individuals with:

1. assertive behaviours
2. passive behaviours
3. aggressive behaviours
4. responsive behaviours

Q118. If someone grabs you, what should your response be?

1. use the person's name and ask them to let you go

2. remain calm, stroke the person's hand gently
3. stiffen your limbs
4. both a and c

Q119. Which of the following is not included in successful verbal redirection?

1. validate
2. dismissal
3. distraction
4. redirection

Q120. Which of the following is not considered an example of unsuccessful

verbal communication?
1. negating
2. dismissing
3. ignoring
4. distraction

Q121. In the SPEED model of information processing, which statement is NOT

TRUE?

1. internal stimuli initiates brain processes and interpretation of the external

world
2. each memory is linked to an emotion
3. feelings are evaluated and a response is determined
4. feeling and thought become behavior

Q122. Which statement is inaccurate in the context of the SPEED model of

information processing?
1. internal stimuli initiates brain processes and interpretation of the external
world
2. feeling and thought become behavior
3. feelings are evaluated and a response is determined
4. each memory is linked to an emotion

Q123. At what developmental stage do children typically begin to dress

themselves?

1. infancy
2. toddler
3. pre-school age children
4. middle childhood

Q124. What reflexes are essential for an infant's feeding?

1. Moro and startle reflexes

2. grasping and Moro reflexes
3. rooting and sucking reflexes
4. rooting and grasping reflexes

Q125. Is it possible for individuals with Alzheimer's disease to control their

symptoms such as forgetfulness, incontinence, agitation, or rudeness with
proper instruction?
1. TRUE
2. FALSE
3. Always
4. Both the first and third options

Q126. Which scale is used by caregivers to understand the progression of

cognitive decline in individuals with primary degenerative dementia, like
Alzheimer's disease?
1. MAID
2. McLean’s Assessment Scale
3. Global Deterioration Scale (GDS)
4. Psychoanalysis

Q127. Should signs of caregiver's stress, depression, and abuse be dismissed as

unimportant and not reported to a supervisor?
1. TRUE
2. FALSE
Q128. Can secondary dementias be caused by the physical consequences of a
disease, ingestion of harmful substances, or injury?
1. TRUE
2. FALSE

Q129. What is the cause of Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome?

1. Vitamin B1 (thiamine)
2. Vitamin A
3. Vitamin C
4. All of the above

Q130. Which form of dementia is identified by the presence of brain plaques

and neurofibrillary tangles that damage and kill brain cells?
1. Pseudo-dementia
2. Frontotemporal degeneration dementia
3. Alzheimer's disease
4. Vascular dementia

Q131. Which disorder is associated with a nutritional deficit due to a lack of

zinc and iron, leading to anemia?
1. Spina bifida
2. Pica
3. Leukemia
4. Anorexia nervosa

Q132. What is the primary objective of a healthcare team when caring for a
patient who has sustained a brain injury?
1. Offer sympathy and pity
2. Presume the patient understands their condition
3. Educate and reinforce understanding regarding the cause of their symptoms
4. Rely on personal support workers to manage all patient needs continuously

Q133. In which stage of dementia is a person fully reliant on assistance for

performing everyday life activities?
1. Stage 1: early stage
2. Stage 2: middle stage
3. Stage 3: late stage

Q134. Is a sudden onset of confusion, known as delirium, considered an urgent

medical condition that requires immediate intervention?
1. TRUE
2. FALSE
Q135. What approach is most beneficial and effective when dealing with a
client with Alzheimer's disease who shows signs of agitation?
1. Engage with the client calmly and gently, and inform the supervisor
2. Direct the client to watch a favorite program in their room
3. Start preparing the client for a shower gently
4. Place the client in a dimly lit room and close the door

Q136. Mr. Lewinsky has been feeling persistent sadness, a sense of emptiness,
and lacks motivation for the last six months. These symptoms may indicate:
1. Depression
2. Hallucination
3. Delusion of persecution
4. Psychosis

Q137. How is an obsession typically characterized?

1. A recurring thought or persistent desire
2. Compulsive overeating
3. Expected behavior
4. A frequent occurrence among teenagers

Q138. Can brain injuries result in internal bleeding within the skull, potentially
leading to rapid development of dementia-like symptoms or death?
1. TRUE
2. FALSE

Q139. What is apraxia best described as?

1. A sudden increase in cursing or swearing
2. The inability to perform purposeful movements, including activities of
daily living
3. Temporary mental disorientation
4. A sudden loss of hair

Q140. What is the simplest method to move a heavy object?

1. Pushing
2. Pulling
3. Sliding
4. Lifting

Q141. How can pressure sores be prevented?

1. Avoid pressuring the resident to get up and allow them to rest
2. Reposition the client as directed in their care plan
3. Ensure linens remain clean, dry, and free of wrinkles
 4. Options 2 and 3

Q142. Which of the following is considered a hazardous material?

1. Oxygen in the air
2. Medications used in chemotherapy
3. Deodorant
4. Soaps and shampoos

Q143. What should a support worker do when needing to use a cleaning

product?
1. Read the product label
2. Use the recommended personal protective equipment
3. Mimic the nurse's actions by putting on gloves, without reading the label
4. Options 1 and 2

Q144. Which action would help to minimize the risk of burns at home?
1. Wearing tight-fitting clothes
2. Smoking in bed, isolated from others
3. Warming baby formula in a microwave
4. Permitting very young children to assist with cooking on the stove

Q145. Before attempting to move a heavy object, what should a support worker
do?
1. Bend at the hips and knees
2. Bend at the waist
3. Hold the load away from the body
4. Lift the object above chest level

Q146. Which indications commonly point to an infection?

a. Pain, swelling and discharge such as runny nose, vomiting and
diarrhea
b. Fever and chills
c. Fatigue and decrease energy
d. All of the above

Q147. For individuals who can walk independently, what is not a measure for
fall prevention?
a. Floor cushions and mats
b. Handrails and grab bars
c. Non-slip shoes
d. Call bell within reach

Q148. In medical terms, what does "hemorrhage" signify?

 a. Insufficient blood flow
b. Blood in the stool
c. Excessive blood flow
d. Blood in the urine

Q149. Concerning clear communication, which guideline should be followed?

a. Always repeat information
b. Speak clearly and slowly
c. Shout so that the client can hear you
d. Save time by asking several questions at one time

Q150. How should Shanti, who makes and sells jewelry, conduct her business
ethically in her role as a support worker?
a. She should offer her clients a discount on the jewellery if they buy
it from her
b. She should try to sell some jewellery to her clients
c. She should not take advantage of her relationship with her clients
by asking them to buy pieces of jewellery from her
d. She should encourage the client's family to buy her jewellery

Q151. When visiting Mrs. Eaton's home, which tasks are considered ADLs and
which are IADLs?
a. ADLS laundry, feeding, bathing for client every day IADLs light
housekeeping for client every day
b. ADLS: feeding and bathing for client every day IADLs laundry
and light housekeeping for client every day
c. ADLs laundry, feeding, bathing for client some days IADLs: light
housekeeping for client some days
d. ADLS: feeding and bathing for client some days (ADLs laundry
and light housekeeping for client some days

Q152. What does the term 'homophobia' best describe?

a. Having contempt for humans
b. Having a fear of humans
c. Having a negative attitude toward people who identify as gay or
lesbian
d. Having contempt for people who identify as heterosexual

Q153. What does the word element 'arthro-' refer to in medical terms?
a. Rib
b. Bone
c. Joint
d. Head
Q154. What type of behavior is Mr. Pereira's son demonstrating with his
inappropriate comments?
a. Bullying
b. Ageism
c. Sexual harassment
d. Cyberbullying

Q155. What behavior is indicative of burnout?

a. Getting enough sleep at night
b. Increased use of sarcasm
c. Improved appetite
d. Increased patience with clients and co-workers

Q156. If Raj maintains spiritual wellness, which descriptor fits him best?
a. He prays every day
b. He feels that his life has meaning
c. He belongs to a religious group
d. He attends religious worship regularly

Q157. What does the medical abbreviation "po" stand for?

a. Per oral
b. By mouth
c. Preoperative
d. Postoperative

Q158. When someone is stressed and exhibits a rapid pulse, fast breathing, and
high blood pressure, these are signs of what?
a. Emotional pressure
b. Acute stress
c. Conflict
d. Eustress

Q159. What is an example of a cultural belief related to sickness?

a. Traditional healers do not treat illness
b. Illness is caused by folk remedies
c. Illness is caused by supernatural forces
d. Ancient rituals are never used to treat illness

Q160. For an individual dieting to reduce weight, which goal is quantifiable?

a. Start working out before Christmas
b. Lose weight before Christmas
 c. Begin working on the weight problem before Christmas
d. Lose 5 kg before Christmas

Q161. Among these statements, which one indicates that Mia is showing
empathy towards her client?
a. "This must be a difficult time for you."
b. "I feel terrible that this has happened to you."
c. "I wish this didn't have to happen to you."
d. "I feel so sorry for you."

Q162. What is an appropriate distance for a support worker to maintain from a

client to respect their personal space?
a. 90 cm (3 feet)
b. 120 cm (5 feet)
c. 60 cm (2 feet)
d. 240 cm (10 feet)

Q163. How would you describe Mary if she is in good cognitive health?
a. She does not show much curiosity
b. She has an active but not a creative mind
c. She has an aggressive approach to life
d. She has an active and creative mind and is eager to learn

Q164. Who on the healthcare team is tasked with determining and arranging a
patient's or resident's nutritional requirements?
a. The pharmacist
b. The dietitian
c. The nurse
d. The physician

Q165. Which regulated healthcare professional is tasked with assessment;

nursing diagnosis; planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care;
attention to clients with unstable health; direct client care; medication
administration; and supervision of support workers?

a. Registered nurse
b. Spiritual advisor
c. Occupational therapist
d. Pharmacist

Q166. The medical term for hair loss is:

a. hirsutism
 b. pediculosis
c. decubitus
d. alopecia

Q167. Which system is the largest in the human body?

a. digestive system
b. integumentary system
c. cardiovascular system
d. nervous system

Q168. What kind of bed should be prepared for Mrs. Smith who will return to
bed following her bath?
a. a surgical bed
b. an occupied bed
c. a closed bed
d. an open bed

Q169. Another term for a pressure sore is:

a. arterial ulcer
b. skin tear
c. circulatory ulcer
d. decubitus ulcer

Q170. Your client has pediculosis corporis. This means they have:
a. an infestation of scalp with lice
b. a mite burrowing under the skin
c. an infestation of pubic hair with lice
d. an infestation of body with lice

Q171. Which of the following is not a guideline for dressing a client?

a. support the limb when removing or putting on clothing
b. remove clothing from unaffected side first
c. dress affected side last
d. encourage the client to do as much as possible

Q172. What should a support worker do when assisting a client with a bedpan?
a. protect the bed and linen by placing a waterproof pad under the
bedpan
b. all of the above
c. rinse the bedpan under cold running water before use
d. dust the bedpan rim with powder to prevent sticking
Q173. The dorsal recumbent position is also known as:
a. prone
b. sims
c. semi-fowlers
d. supine

Q174. In a community setting, a Team Leader may also be known by which

title?
a. director
b. administrator
c. aspiration
d. supervisor

Q175. Objective data is also referred to as:

a. symptoms
b. care planning process
c. observations
d. signs

Q176 . In various contexts, "R" can stand for:

a. right
b. respiration
c. rectal temperature
d. all of the above

Q177. An interdisciplinary team is also known as:

a. multifunctional team
b. interprofessional health care team
c. inter faceted health care team
d. none of the above

Q178. The back-lying position described, where the hips are positioned at the
edge of the examination table, knees are flexed, hips are externally rotated, and
feet are supported in stirrups, is known as:
a. Supine
b. Trendelenburg
c. Lithotomy
d. Reverse Trendelenburg

Q179. The true statement(s) about giving a back massage is/are:

a. warm the lotion before applying it
 b. the massage should last about 1 minute
c. use firm strokes
d. both a and c

Q180 . Anti-embolic stockings are used to:

a. bring down swelling in the legs
b. improve the appearance of the legs
c. reduce circulation
d. exert pressure on veins

Q181. Identification of a disease by a doctor or nurse practitioner is:

a. nursing diagnosis
b. evaluation
c. medical diagnosis
d. nursing intervention

Q182. When a nurse delegates a task to a Personal Support Worker (PSW), the
accountability for the task is as follows:
a. PSW
b. nurse
c. case manager
d. doctor

Q183. AAT stands for:

a. activities at timely manner
b. as activities timed
c. aspiration as timed
d. activities as tolerated

Q184. EEG stands for:

a. electrocardiogram
b. electroemergency graph
c. electroencephalogram
d. none of the above

Q185. The process by which a RN/RPN authorizes another health care provider
to perform certain tasks is known as:
a. care conference
b. authority
c. transfer of function
d. controlled acts

Q186. An instrument used to examine the mouth, teeth, and throat is a:

 a. speculum
b. reflex hammer
c. laryngeal mirror
d. tuning fork

Q187. Information reported by a client that cannot be directly observed by

others is:
a. subjective data
b. objective data
c. nursing diagnosis
d. signs

Q188. Support workers are permitted to take temperatures from the following
sites except:
a. oral
b. artillery
c. rectal
d. tympanic

Q189. The normal range for oral temperature is:

a. 36 С - 37.5 С
b. 37.4 С - 38 С
c. 36.5 C- 37.3 C
d. 35.5 C - 38 C

Q190. How can the risk of suffocation be minimized for children?

a. allow the bottle-fed baby to feed himself by propping the bottle
next to him
b. put a small pillow under a baby's head
c. position infants on their back for sleeping
d. soft mattresses like a water mattress

Q191. Which types of contractures can be averted by the use of hand grips?

a. hands and forearms

b. elbow
c. fingers and wrists
d. all of the above

Q192. When a personal support worker needs to boost a client up in bed, which
action should they avoid?
a. twist his back towards the head of the bed
b. call a coworker for assistance
 c. bend his knees and face his load
d. in the same time with his coworker, move his load

Q193. What is the purpose of a tray on a Geri chair?

a. it cannot be a restraint, since it does not touch the client's body

b. is an environmental restraint used for people who need support to
sit up
c. is no longer allowed to be used
d. none of the above

Q194. How should you respond to a client with COPD and continuous oxygen
who expresses the desire to smoke?

a. he needs to go to his room or in a smoking area since other

residents may not like the smoke
b. smoking is terrible for his health and breathing
c. he cannot smoke anywhere next to an oxygen tube
d. all of the above

Q195. What factors may increase the risk of accidental poisoning?

a. old age and impaired hearing

b. impaired mobility
c. confusion and poor vision
d. coma and dementia

Q196. In the event of suspected poisoning, what actions should you take?

a. Call 911; gather empty pill bottles; and stay with the client and
remain calm
b. look around to see if you can find pill bottles or other sources of
poisoning
c. call the client's family; stay with the person and remain calm
d. Call 911; gather any empty pill bottles and provoke vomiting by
placing two fingers on the client's tongue

Q197. What is the appropriate action for a support worker to take prior to
moving a heavy object?

a. bend from the waist

 b. hold the load away from the body
c. lift the object above the chest
d. bend at the hips and knees

Q198. Which option will not protect the ambulatory client from falls?

a. floor cushions and mats

b. call bell within reach
c. handrails and grab bars
d. non-slip shoes

Q199. What is the name of the dementia type characterized by brain deposits
known as plaques and tangles that disrupt critical processes and ultimately
compromise living cells?

a. Frontotemporal degeneration dementia

b. Vascular dementia
c. Pseudo-dementia
d. Alzheimer's disease

Q200. The assertion that delirium, characterized by sudden disorientation,

should always be regarded as an emergency needing medical intervention is:

a. TRUE
b. FALSE

Q201. A disorder characterized by the recurrent violation of the personal or

property rights of others and of societal norms is known as:

a. personality disorder
b. dementia
c. pseudo-dementia
d. conduct disorder

Q202. 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
Q203. 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

Q204. 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
Ques 1: When tasks are assigned to a PSW by a nurse, who is responsible for making sure
the task is completed correctly?

a) doctor

b) case manager

c) nurse

d) PSW

Ques 2: What type of pain is felt in an area of the body that is separate from where the
source of the pain is located?

a) persistent pain

b) referred pain

c) phantom limb pain

d) radiating limb pain

Ques 3: Where is the heartbeat felt and what structure carries the pulse wave throughout
the body?

a) artery, vein

b) axilla, artery

c) aorta, artery

d) artery, artery

Ques 4: In a community setting, another title a supervisor may have is:

a) director

b) case manager

c) administrator

d) supervisor
Ques 5: 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

Ques 6: From which body location are PSWs not allowed to measure a client's temperature?

a) oral

b) rectal

c) tympanic

d) artillery

Ques 7: 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

Ques 8: What does syncope refer to?

a) hypotension

b) contracture

c) fainting

d) systemic

Ques 9: 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

Ques 10: What position is used to examine the rectum and sometimes the vagina?

a) Reverse Trendelenburg

b) Lithotomy

c) Knee-chest

d) Sims

Ques 11: You should not use which finger to locate the radial pulse?

a) ring finger

b) thumb

c) index finger

d) 3 middle fingers

Ques 12: What does the abbreviation Dx stand for?

a) director of nursing

b) diagnosis

c) dead or arrival

d) discontinue

Ques 13: Which regulated professionals have the ability to delegate tasks?

a) RPN
b) LPN

c) RN

d) all of the above

Ques 14: Suggestions that can encourage unconditional positive regard include:

a) art

b) pet therapy

c) music

d) all of the above

Ques 15: 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

Ques 16: 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

Ques 17: 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

Ques 18: Gentle Persuasive Approach supports people with what type of behaviors?

a) aggressive behaviors

b) passive behaviors

c) assertive behaviors

d) responsive behaviors

Ques 19: 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 coworker, moving his load

d) calling a coworker for assistance

Ques 20: 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

Ques 21: Changes occur in the integumentary system with aging. Regarding personal care for
older adults, which statement is true?

a) use scented creams

b) avoid water-based lotions

c) use a good deodorant soap

d) deodorants are not needed

Ques 22: 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

Ques 23: 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

Ques 24: According to the SPEED model of information processing, which statement is
inaccurate?

a) feelings are evaluated and a response is determined

b) each memory is linked to an emotion

c) internal stimuli initiates brain processes

d) feeling and thought become behavior

Ques 25: What body position requires proper alignment?

a) when lying down

b) when sitting

c) when standing
d) all the time

Ques 26: Gentle Persuasive Approach supports people with what type of behaviors?

a) aggressive behaviors

b) assertive behaviors

c) passive behaviors

d) responsive behaviors

Ques 27: 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

Ques 28: 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

Ques 29: 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

Ques 30: 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

Ques 31: 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

Ques 32: A PSW boosted a client up in bed. To prevent injury, they should avoid:

a) twisting their back towards the head of the bed

b) bending their knees and facing their load

c) calling a coworker for assistance

d) moving the load with a coworker at the same time

Ques 33: When is lifting a heavy object easiest?

a) pushing

b) pulling

c) sliding

d) lifting

Ques 34: Dementia and Delirium can cause responsive behaviors like:
a) shouting

b) irritability

c) wandering

d) all of the above

Ques 35: 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

Ques 36: When can proper body alignment cause injury?

a) when lying down

b) when sitting

c) when standing

d) it never causes injury

Ques 37: A client had congestive heart failure. What cardiovascular system disorder applies?

a) hypotension

b) arrhythmia

c) myocardial infarction

d) congestive heart failure

Ques 38: 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

Ques 39: To be accountable for delegated tasks, who is responsible - the nurse or PSW?

a) PSW

b) doctor

c) case manager

d) nurse

Ques 40: 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

Ques 41: 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

Ques 42: When boosting a client up in bed, what should a PSW avoid doing to prevent
injury?

a) moving the load with a coworker at the same time

b) twisting their back towards the head of the bed

c) calling a coworker for assistance

d) bending their knees and facing their load

Ques 43: 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

Ques 44: 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

Ques 45: What can be done to prevent pressure sores?

a) position the client as specified in the care plan

b) both b and c

c) you don't put pressure on your resident to get up, let them rest

d) keep linens clean, dry and wrinkle free

Ques 46: When is lifting a heavy object easiest?

a) sliding

b) lifting

c) pulling
d) pushing

Ques 47: 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

d) the support worker must be trained in its use

Ques 48: 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

Ques 49: 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

Ques 50: If a gown is spilled on, it is now:

a) disposable

b) sterile

c) clean
d) contaminated

Ques 51: 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

Ques 52: 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

Ques 53: 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

Ques 54: 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

Ques 55: What does PPE stand for?

a) Protective Physical Exercises

b) Personal Physical Effort

c) Personal Protective Exercises

d) Personal Protective Equipment

Ques 56: 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

Ques 57: 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

Ques 58: 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

Ques 59: 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

Ques 60: Assisting with medication includes:

a) reminding medication schedule

b) reading labels

c) providing fluids

d) all of the above

Ques 61: 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

Ques 62: ASD refers to:

a) cerebral palsy

b) ASD

c) intellectual disability

d) ADHD

Ques 63: Carbohydrates provide:

a) needs but no calories

b) chemical substances from plants/animals

c) tissue growth from meat and fish

d) energy and fibre from plants

Ques 64: Child abuse must be reported to:

a) hospital

b) family

c) emergency services

d) public authority

Ques 65: Mrs. Prince's condition is:

a) juvenile rheumatoid arthritis

b) older adult arthritis

c) rheumatoid arthritis

d) osteoarthritis

Ques 66: Bladder training aims for:

a) stoma healing

b) bathroom independence

c) catheter removal

d) voluntary urination control

Ques 67: A back massage should:

a) both a and c

b) warm lotion

c) last 1 minute
d) use firm strokes

Ques 68: Daily urine output is:

a) 1,200 mL

b) 1,000 mL per shift

c) 1,500 mL

d) 1,000 mL

Ques 69: Hair loss is called:

a) hirsutism

b) alopecia

c) decubitus

d) pediculosis

Ques 70: Back massage is for:

a) treating osteoporosis

b) relaxing muscles

c) stimulating circulation

d) both a and b

Ques 71: A pressure sore is also known as:

a) circulatory ulcer

b) decubitus ulcer

c) arterial ulcer

d) skin tear
Ques 72: With a bedpan the PSW should:

a) powder the rim

b) rinse before use

c) use a liner

d) all of the above

Ques 73: 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

Ques 74: The Palliative Performance Scale:

a) rates pain level

b) measures function ability

c) describes last bowel movement

d) rates breathing difficulty

Ques 75: Grief is:

a) affects the whole person

b) the same for all people

c) a natural response to loss

d) both a and c

Ques 76: 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

Ques 77: 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

Ques 78: SDM is:

a) makes decisions based on self

b) chosen by client

c) chosen by family

d) only does financial decisions

Ques 79: Pain indicators include:

a) yelling, screaming

b) resisting care, grimacing, behavior changes

c) rapid breathing, dry skin

d) blinking, rashes

Ques 80: 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

Ques 81: 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

Ques 82: 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

Ques 83: 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

Ques 84: 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

Ques 85: 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)

Ques 86: 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

Ques 87: What does increased pulse, breathing, and blood pressure indicate in a stressed
person?

A) Acute stress
B) Emotional pressure
C) Eustress
D) Conflict

Ques 88: 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

Ques 89: What can chronic stress lead to?

A) Better digestion
B) Better sleep
C) Stressors
D) Burnout

Ques 90: What is the meaning of the word element arthro-?

A) Head
B) Rib
C) Joint
D) Bone

Ques 91: 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

Ques 92: 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

Ques 93: 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

Ques 94: 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

Ques 95: 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

Ques 96: 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

Ques 97: What does this term mean - false beliefs not based in reality?

A) Misguided
B) Confusion
C) Hallucination
D) Delusion

Ques 98: Which statement about Alzheimer's disease is true?

A) There is no known cure

B) ADD and delirium are the same thing
C) Diet and drugs can control it
D) It only occurs in older people

Ques 99: Linda is experiencing things that aren't real. What is this called?
A) Apathy
B) Depression
C) Delusion
D) Hallucination

Ques 100: Which of these can be severely abused?

A) Illegal drugs
B) Alcohol
C) Legal drugs
D) All of the above

Ques 101: What program trains caregivers on handling responsive behaviors safely?

A) Recreation therapy
B) Validation therapy
C) One to one therapy
D) Gentle Persuasive Approach

Ques 102: Which body system meets increased energy demands during exercise through
blood flow?

A) Blood vessels
B) Lymphatic system
C) Circulatory system
D) Cardiovascular system

Ques 103: Slow, deep breathing in diabetic acidosis is:

A) Hypoxia
B) Apnea
C) Kussmaul respirations
D) Bradypnea

Ques 104: Which clients are at risk for skin tears?

A) Clients who are young and active

B) Clients who are obese
C) Clients who are former athletes
D) Clients who are poorly hydrated

Ques 105: What is the term for difficulty swallowing?

A) Dysuria
B) Dyspnea
C) Dysphagia
D) Atrophy
Ques 106: Narcotics affect oxygen needs by:

A) Causing swelling of the upper airway

B) Decreasing heart rate and blood flow
C) Depressing the respiratory center
D) Causing brain damage

Ques 107: A stethoscope is used to:

A) Examine the ears

B) Measure blood pressure
C) Listen to body sounds
D) Measure temperature

Ques 108: A colostomy is an opening between:

A) The rectum and abdomen

B) The ileum and abdomen
C) The colon and abdomen
D) The small intestine and abdomen

Ques 109: A lower normal temperature in older adults means:

A) You cannot measure it orally

B) You need the right thermometer
C) You must report it each time
D) It may be a fever

Ques 110: When taking vital signs on a 75-year-old, you should report:

A) Temperature of 36C
B) Oximeter reading of 90%
C) Pulse rate of 95 bpm
D) BP of 140/90 mm Hg

Ques 111: A guideline for dressing a client is:

A) Remove unaffected clothing first

B) Dress affected side last
C) Support the limb
D) Encourage client participation

Ques 112: A colostomy is:

A) Between the ureter and abdomen

B) Between the bladder and abdomen
C) Into the ileum
D) Between colon and abdomen

Ques 113: When making an occupied bed:

A) Lower the rail nearest you

B) Position opposite the client
C) Raise the bed
D) All of the above

Ques 114: For an elderly confused client's oral hygiene, you should:

A) Review their medical record

B) Ask what they want
C) Check their ID bracelet
D) Follow their care plan

Ques 115: Why bathe a client?

A) Increase circulation
B) Relax the person
C) Prevent odors
D) All of the above

Ques 116: Excessive increased hair growth is:

A) Hair loss
B) Dry white flakes
C) Razor bumps
D) Hirsutism

Ques 117: An ostomy pouch is changed:

A) When feces is present

B) Every 48 hours
C) Every day
D) Every 3-7 days

Ques 118: The coroner is involved when a death is:

A) Expected if alone
B) Unexpected within 24 hours of hospital admission
C) Expected
D) Gets media attention

Ques 119: Nutrition truths at end of life include:

A) Nutritious foods if can swallow
B) Eating continues until death
C) Stopping eating is abnormal
D) Eating decreases as death nears

Ques 120: For difficulty breathing, you should:

A) Loosen clothing, reposition, remain calm

B) Encourage walking outside
C) Close the window
D) Distract with stories

Ques 121: An appropriate death is:

A) Determined by the health care team

B) Different for different people
C) Individual
D) Both b and c

Ques 122: Supporting wellness requires:

A) Following Maslow's hierarchy

B) Having a holistic health care approach
C) Following Erikson's stages
D) Seeking medical care, nutrition, sleep

Ques 123: Protecting privacy involves:

A) Exposing only needed areas

B) Allowing visitors during care
C) Sharing information with friends
D) Using a screen for personal care

Ques 124: When a nurse delegates a task:

A) You are not responsible

B) The nurse has overall responsibility; you also have responsibility
C) You are completely responsible
D) Neither of you are responsible

Ques 125: Laura should get info about the flu shot from:

A) Her clients
B) Not get it since it's unsafe
C) Her employer or doctor
D) Her neighbor
Ques 126: Which professional does assessments, diagnoses, care plans, administers meds,
etc?

A) Pharmacist
B) Spiritual advisor
C) Occupational therapist
D) Registered nurse

Ques 127: Multicultural policy in Canada recognizes diversity in:

A) Languages
B) Customs and religions
C) Religions, customs, languages
D) Religions

Ques 128: To be ethical, Shanti should:

A) Give clients a discount

B) Encourage clients to buy her jewelry
C) Try to sell jewelry to clients
D) Not take advantage of client relationships

Ques 129: c/o stands for:

A) Carbon dioxide
B) Complains of
C) Care of
D) None of the above

Ques 130: Drug withdrawal is:

A) Drug tolerance
B) Drug dependence
C) Remission
D) A reaction when stopping drug use

Ques 131: Multi-infarct dementia is due to:

A) A series of small strokes

B) Chronic reduced blood flow
C) None of the above
D) Both a and b

Ques 132: Delusions of persecution involve:

A) Poor judgement and morals

B) Not caring for self
C) Feeling mistreated or abused
D) Experiencing unreal things

Ques 133: Alzheimer's disease involves:

A) Vascular dementia
B) Pseudo-dementia
C) Frontotemporal dementia
D) Plaques and tangles in the brain

Ques 134: Conduct disorder causes violating:

A) Dementia
B) Personality disorder
C) Rights of others/society
D) Pseudo-dementia

Ques 135: Which is false about linen?

A) Soiled linen goes in hamper

B) Clean linen on clean surface
C) Soiled linen can be put on floor
D) None of the above

Ques 136: Left over fluids are measured in a:

A) Measuring cup
B) Syringe
C) Measuring cap
D) Graduate

Ques 137: For Ms. Jane's missing care labels, you should:

A) Wash everything by hand

B) Guess washing guidance
C) Ask her for guidance
D) Wash in cold water

Ques 138: Canada's Food Guide sections are:

A) Vegetables/fruits, meat/alternatives, whole grains

B) Vegetables/fruits, protein, whole grains
C) Vegetables/fruits, dairy, whole grains
D) Vegetables/fruits, carbohydrates, whole grains

Ques 139: The most common IV site is the:

A) Lower leg or thigh
B) Internal jugular vein
C) Lower arm or hand
D) Subclavian vein

Ques 140: Those most at risk for abuse are:

A) Those with a mental disorder

B) Those who don't speak an official language
C) Those belonging to a minority
D) All of the above

Ques 141: The honeymoon phase in the cycle of abuse involves:

A) The point tension explodes

B) Safe treatment
C) The abuser feeling sorry
D) After marriage

Ques 142: Darren pinching a client is:

A) Neglect
B) Malpractice
C) Physical abuse
D) Negligence

Ques 143: The major dietary change in infancy is:

A) Drinking high sugar drinks

B) Drinking low fat milk
C) Eating fast foods
D) Introducing solid foods

Ques 144: For developmental disabilities, life activities limited may include:

A) Ability to learn
B) Ability to self-direct, live independently, and self-care
C) Economic self-sufficiency
D) All of the above

Ques 145: Reye's syndrome can be caused by:

A) Antibiotics for flu/chicken pox

B) Acetaminophen for flu/chicken pox
C) Ibuprofen for flu/chicken pox
D) ASA for flu/chicken pox

Ques 146: Normal adult blood pressure is:

A) 152/90 mm Hg
B) 210/100 mm Hg
C) 88/54 mm Hg
D) 130/82 mm Hg

Ques 147: The male sex glands are the:

A) Semen
B) Penis
C) Testes
D) Sorolum

Ques 148: The outer skin layer is the:

A) Integument
B) Myelin
C) Dermis
D) Epidermis

Ques 149: Which vital signs statement is true?

A) Cannot indicate body changes

B) Affected by sleep, exercise, meds, emotions
C) Change only during illness
D) Not affected by noise

Ques 150: The thermometer rarely used is:

A) Electronic
B) Digital
C) Glass
D) Dot matrix

Ques 151: After hip pinning, the operated leg is always abducted.

A) TRUE
B) FALSE

Ques 152: Respirations are usually counted:

A) After temperature
B) Before pulse
C) After pulse
D) After blood pressure

Ques 153: Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome is from lack of:

A) Vitamin C
B) Vitamin A
C) Vitamin B1
D) All vitamins

Ques 154: The ABCDs of managing behaviors are:

A) Consequences, decreasing behaviors, debriefing

B) Activating event, behavior, deciding support
C) All of the above
D) Decreasing behaviors

Ques 155: To maintain day-night cycle:

A) Encourage regular day clothes

B) Keep room well lit
C) Keep curtains closed
D) Only toilet during day

Ques 156: Delirium needing emergency care is:

A) FALSE
B) TRUE

Ques 157: Stage 2 dementia safety includes:

A) Allow smoking anywhere

B) Remove sharp objects
C) Only prevent night falls
D) Toilet clients twice daily

Ques 158: Left over fluids are measured in a:

A) Syringe
B) Measuring cup
C) Graduate
D) Measuring cap

Ques 159: Cleaning guidelines do NOT include:

A) Change water frequently

B) Work dirtiest to cleanest
C) Work wet to dry
D) Work higher to lower

Ques 160: Aspiration signs include:

A) Normal breathing
B) Pink lips
C) Coughing during feeding
D) All of the above

Ques 161: Food labels have:

A) List of ingredients, claims, expiry date

B) List of ingredients, claims, nutrition facts
C) List of ingredients, claims, risk factors
D) List of ingredients, claims, daily values

Ques 162: Which laundry statement is true?

A) All whites washed together

B) All clothing ironed
C) Care instructions followed
D) Whites in hot water

Ques 163: Assistive dining involves:

A) Clients serve themselves

B) Feeding to reduce stimulation
C) Restaurant style service
D) Group feeding by PSW

Ques 164: Clean linen should:

A) Be placed anywhere
B) Be returned to cart
C) Be placed on client chair
D) Be on a clean surface

Ques 165: Soiling from fluids/excretions is a:

A) Internal control issue

B) Infection control issue
C) Standard precaution issue
D) Transmission precaution issue

Ques 166: IVs are not ordered for:

A) Fluid replacement
B) Sugar for energy
C) Mineral/vitamin replacement
D) Reversing dehydration

Ques 167: In Trendelenburg position:

A) Head up, foot down

B) Head down, foot down
C) Foot up, head down
D) None of the above

Ques 168: Child abuse risk is increased by:

A) Parenting education
B) Increased child development understanding
C) Children with special needs
D) Children failing to thrive

Ques 169: Abusive behaviors include:

A) Pushing
B) Swearing, racial slurs, hitting
C) Inappropriate touching
D) All of the above

Ques 170: Fear of bathing may indicate:

A) Physical abuse
B) Neglect
C) Emotional abuse
D) Sexual abuse

Ques 171: Child abuse must be reported to:

A) The child's family

B) Your coworkers
C) The charge nurse
D) Child protection services

Ques 172: Deprivation of food/clothing is:

A) Emotional neglect
B) Physical neglect
C) Sexual abuse
D) Physical abuse
Ques 173: Postpartum depression signs requiring reporting are:

A) All of the above

B) Weepiness and fatigue
C) Lack of interest
D) Agitation or irritability

Ques 174: Aging skin change is:

A) Blood vessels decrease

B) Skin thins and sags
C) Oil/sweat secretion increases
D) Skin loses strength

Ques 175: Down syndrome:

A) Is inherited
B) Is from birth trauma
C) Is from protein deficiency
D) Involves an extra chromosome

Ques 176: Postpartum vaginal discharge is:

A) Lochia rubra
B) Lochia serosa
C) Lochia alba
D) Involution

Ques 177: Disciplining children:

A) Reinforces rules for behavior

B) Is a negative way to teach
C) Is not needed as a support worker
D) All of the above

Ques 178: Fall prevention includes:

A) Encourage grab bars

B) Wipe spills immediately
C) Keep bed high
D) Avoid night lights

Ques 179: Stereotyping elderly can lead to:

A) Ethnicity
B) Ageism and discrimination
C) Both a and b
D) Discrimination

Ques 180: Children dress themselves at:

A) Toddler age
B) Middle childhood
C) Infancy
D) Preschool age

Ques 181: Development in adolescence does NOT include:

A) Partner selection
B) Accepting body changes
C) Developing values
D) Independence from parents

Ques 182: Parenting in Western cultures:

A) Grandparents live at home

B) Parents do everything
C) Emphasizes self-reliance
D) Adults live at home

Ques 183: The heart pump for the body is the:

A) Lef t ventricle
B) Left atrium
C) Right ventricle
D) Right atrium

Ques 184: You should report:

A) Oral temperature of 37.4C

B) Oral temperature of 36.6C
C) Axillary temperature of 36.1C
D) Tympanic temperature of 38.2C

Ques 185: Which is true about bowel movements?

A) Stools are normally black

B) Diarrhea means slow movement
C) Most move daily or every 2-3 days
D) Constipation means rapid movement

Ques 186: The lymphatic system protects from:

A) Stunted growth and fluid loss

B) Low blood sugar
C) Falling and balance
D) Disease and infection

Ques 187: The health team should:

A) Not allow masturbation

B) Discourage sexual expression
C) Expect the same attitudes
D) Allow/promote sexual expression

Ques 188: Hepatitis A transmission is through:

A) Tattoo tools
B) Sharing needles
C) Contact with blood/fluids
D) Traces of feces

Ques 189: A dressing:

A) Prevents oxygen entering

B) Reduces swelling
C) Prevents healing too fast
D) Protects the wound

Ques 190: Digestion begins in the:

A) Colon
B) Small intestine
C) Stomach
D) Mouth
Q1. What Statement is true?

A. a restraint is a good tool to make staff's job easier

B. a restraint can be tried whenever you want the client to settle

C. staff cannot use a restraint without a physician's order and consent from client's
substitutedecision maker

D. if you don't have a manufactured restraint, you can improvise a wrist restraint with a soft cloth

Q2. Consequences of falls are:

A. death

B. serious injuries

C. loss of quality of life

D. all of the above

Q3. Passing a kidney stone is called cystitis.

A. TRUE

B. FALSE

Q4. Clients with osteoporosis have an increased risk for fractures.

A. TRUE

B. FALSE

Q5. The endocrine glands secrete substances called:

A.hormones

B.mucus

C. Semen

D. Insulin

Q6. In older people, arteries lose their elasticity and become narrow. These changes result in:

A. a slower heart rate

B. lower blood pressure

C. poor circulation to many body parts

D .less blood in the body

Q7. A client with advanced ALS cannot speak or move but can hear and understand.

A. TRUE

B. FALSE

Q8. Which of the following does a dressing do?

A. Protects the wound from injury

B. Reduces swelling

C. Prevents healing too fast

D. Prevents oxygen from entering the wound

Q9. The normal pulse range for an adult is:

A. 140-50 beats per minute

B. 60-100 beats per minute

C. 120-160 beats per minute

D. 90-140 beats per minute

Q10. Which of the following must be reported to your supervisor at once?

A. An adult has a pulse rate of 120 beats per minute

B. An infant has a pulse rate of 130 beats per minute

C. An adult has a pulse rate of 80 beats per minute

D. An adult has a pulse rate of 64 beats per minute

Q11. The liquid part of blood is (are):

A. Hemoglobin

B. Red blood cells

C. Plasma

D. alveolus

Q12. Respiratory disorders include:

A. Asthma, bronchitis and hypertension

B. Bronchitis, pneumonia and asthma

C. Asthma, eczema and psoriasis

D. Pneumonia, copd and colitis

Q13. Which of the following is an autoimmune disorder?

A. multiple sclerosis

B .hypothyroidism

C. osteomyelitis

D. gout

Q14. Congestive heart failure would not affect which of the following?

A. The right side of the heart

B. The liver

C. the left side of the hean

D. both sides of the heart

Q15. Smoking is the most common cause of COPD.

A.TRUE

B.FALSE

Q16. Which of the following areas is a common site for arterial ulcers?

A. on the scalp

B. on top of the nose

C. on the outer side of the ankle

D. behind the knee

Q17. Oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged:

A. in branch

B. between arteriole and capillaries

C. between lungs and the pleura

D. in the trachea

Q18. Older people should avoid fried and fatty foods because of:

A. a decrease in saliva secretion

B. Ill-fitting dentures or loss of teeth

C. decreased amount of digestive juices

D. decreased sense of taste

Q19. When a client has difficulty breathing:

A. finish morning care quickly

B. pace morning care, move slowly, and lake breaks as needed

C. Encourage exercise

D. Encourage visitors to help distract the person

Q20. When caring for a resident who is dying, the PSW must

A. allow only one visitor in the room at a time

B. keep the room dark at all times

C. record and report any changes in the resident's condition to the nurse/supervisor

D. wear gloves, mask, and shoe covers when giving personal care

Q21. Non-verbal behaviours that might indicate that a person is in pain include:

A. resisting care, facul grimacing, and change in behaviour

B. Rapid treating and hot dry skin

C. Yelling and screaming

D. Decreased blinking and skin rash

Q22. Common physical changes in the last hours include:

A. Irregular breathing and reduced intake.

B. Regular breathing and increased intake

C. Irregular breathing, watery eyes

D. Decreased fatigue
Q23. Palliative care:

A. Haslens death

B. Improves quality of life

C. Results in fewer symptoms

D .Both b and c

Q24. When an adult child asks you "How much longer does my father have to live?" it is most
supportive to respond:

A. that is a really important question, I would like to as the nurse to talk with you about that
B. I am a PSW and I don’t answer those types of questions
C. No one can say
D. Only god knows when someone will die

Q25. The difference between delirium and dementia:

A. dementia is sudden onset and is reversible

B. Dementia is sudden onset and not reversible

C. Delirium is sudden onset and may be reversible.

D. Delirium is sudden onset and is never reversible

Q26. The Substitute Decision Maker

A. is chosen by the client

B. is chosen by the family

C. Makes decisions based on what the Substitute Decision Maker would want for himself or herself

D. only makes financial decisions

Q27. When a person is in pain, it is important for the PSW to ask, record and report, which of the
following questions?

A. when did it start

B. can you rate your pain on a scale of 0-10

C. what makes it better or worse

D. all of the above

Q28. Cachexia in the dying person is:

A. Involuntary weight loss

B. Voluntary weight loss

C. The feeling of breathlessness

D. A form of cancer

Q29. Conversations with the person about their values, beliefs, hopes and plans for care in the
event that the person is no longer able to speak for they is called:

A. Continued power of attorney

B. Last will and testament

C. Advance care planning

D. Certificate of life birth

Q30. Common symptoms experienced by the dying include all of the following except:

A. Pain

B. Nausea and vomiting

C. dyspnea

D. Increased energy

Q31. Which of the following is the correct term for respirations fewer than 12 per minute?

A. Apnoea

B. Bradypnea

C. Orthopnoea

D. Tachypnea

Q32. This disorder can impact normal brain development, leaving individuals with symptoms such
as communication challenges, decreased interest in various activities, reduced willingness to
engage in activities, difficulty with typical social interactions, and a tendency to repeat specific
behaviour patterns. It is common developmental disorder that begins in early childhood, between
18 months and 3 years of age. What is it called?

A. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

B. Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

C. intellectual disability

D. Cerebral palsy
Q33. When Mr. Coelho was given his diagnosis, he was told that he has a malignant tumour. This
means he has which of the following?

A. cancer

B. metastasis

C. a tumour that grows slowly

D. death of tissue

Q34. Mr. Ritchie, a 55-year-old male, has swollen feet and ankles and enlarged neck veins. Which
of the follow cardiovascular system disorders does Mr. Ritchie likely have?

A. Myocardial infarction

B. Congestive heart failure

C. Hypotension

D. Arrhythmia

Q35. A 52-year-old man fell while taking a shower. His wife found him lying on the floor, fully
conscious. She driven him to the ER, where the physician notes paralysis of one side of the man's
body and loss of the to speak. Which of the following statements best describes his current
diagnosis?

A. the client experienced a cerebrovascular accident (CVA) and now has quadriplegia

B. the client experienced a stroke and now has scleroderma

C. the client experienced a cerebrovascular accident (CVA) and now has paraplegic

D. the client experienced a stroke and now has hemiplegia

Q36. Narcotics affect oxygen needs because they do which of the following?

A. A cause brain damage

B. depress the respiratory centre in the brain

C. decrease heart rate and blood flow

D. cause swelling of the mucous membranes in the upper airway

Q37. Mr. Smith, 88, has sever circulatory issues. You should do the following:

A. ignore his complaints of discomfort

B. follow the care plan

C. plan physically demanding activities

D. allow him to carry heavy bags

Q38. You notice your client massaging his abdomen. After his bowel movement, you observe that
the faces are black and tarry. After reporting this observation to your supervisor, you see an order
for a stool specimen to be collected from the client. What is the purpose of this procedure?

A. To rule out colon cancer

B. To test the stool for blood

C. To rule out hemorrhoids

D. To rule out ulcers

Q39. You have just finished taking the vital signs of Mrs. Santos, who is 75 years old. Her
temperature is 36?C, her blood pressure is 140/90 mm Hg, her pulse rate is 95 beats per minute,
and the oximeter registered a reading of 90%. Which finding do you need to report to your
supervisor?

A. Pulse rate of 95 beats per minute

B. Oximeter madding of 190

C. Blood pressure of 160/90 mm ng

D. Temperature of 36c

Q40. A normal body temperature range can be much lower in older persons than it is in younger
adults. What does this mean for you as a support worker caring for an older person?

A. you need to use the night type of thermometer when measuring the temperature

B. you need to report their temperature each time to make sure there is no issue

C. you cannot measure the temperature orally

D. a client may have a fever when the body temperature seems to be within a normal range

Q41. You have been assigned to take care of Mr. Roberts. You observed that he has bowel
movements after breakfast, another in the afternoon, and also once before going to bed. How
would you describe these bowel movements?

A. Diarrhea
B. Normal bowel movements
C. Aging
D. Fecal incontinence

Q42. What does RICE stand for?

A. Rest, isolate, compression, elevate

B. Rest, ice, compression, elevate

C.Rest, ice, compensation, elevate

D.Rice, ice, compression, elevate

Q43. One of the main illnesses that cause children to miss school or childcare is:

A.stomach flu

B.Headaches

C. Chicken pox
D. Head lice

Q44. Which of the following is a principle of growth and development?

A. The rate of process is even and at a set pace

B. The process proceeds from foot to head

C. The process starts at fertilization and ends in puberty

D. The process proceeds from the moment of fertilization until death

Q45. Which statement about developmental disabilities and disorders is false?

A. They begin in adulthood

B. They can affect physical function, mental function, or both

C. They can be mild, moderate, or severe

D. Most clients with developmental disorders and disabilities need lifelong assistance, support, and
special services

Q46. Respiratory changes occur with aging. Which of the following is true?

A. Heavy bed linens prevent normal chest expansion

B. The person should not be turned and repositioned frequently

C. The side-lying position is best for breathing

D. The person should not be physically active

Q47. It is important for the PSW to report any of the following signs or symptoms related to
umbilical cord, circumcision sites, episiotomy site, Caesarean section site, or breasts:

A. fever and chill

B. pain and swelling

C. foul odour, drainage, or bleeding

D. all of the above

Q48. Which of the following best demonstrates an example of prejudice?

A. a group of popular kids at school ignores Jane completely because she is not part of their group

B. a group of popular kids at school treats Jane well even though she is not a part of their group

C. a group of popular kids at school says unkind things about Jane in front of other students because
she is overweight

D. a group of popular kids at school excludes Jane because she was not born in Canada

Q49. Gentle Persuasive Approach is important in Dementia care to support people with:

A. Responsive behaviours

B. Aggressive behaviours

C. Assertive behaviours

D. Passive behaviours

Q50. What is the term for one of the A's of dementia that is a loss of memory?

A. aphasia

B. amnesia

C. apraxia

D. apathy

Q51. When focusing on the person with dementia, it is important to:

A. learn what makes the person happy and provide it

B. concentrate on the person, not the task

C. support a person's emotions and feelings

D. all of the above

Q52. Physical restraints are a threat to personhood:

A. They restrict movement

B. They limit access to one's body

C. They are a last resort

D. All of the above

Q53. Communication strategies include all of the following except:

A. Introducing ourselves

B. Give clear directions

C. Quiz the person about their past and ask for responses

D. Make direct eye contact

Q54. There are many types of dementia including:

A. Alzheimer's disease

B. vascular dementia

C. frontotemporal dementia

D. all of the above

Q55. If you are grabbed you should:

A. Remain calm, stroke the persons hand gently

B. Stiffen your limbs

C. Use the person's name and ask them to let you go

D. Both a and c

Q56. In the SPEED model of information processing which is NOT TRUE?

A. Internal stimuli initiates brain processes and interpretation of the external world

B. Each memory is linked to an emotion

C. Feelings are evaluated and a response is determined

D. Feeling and thought become behaviour

Q57. Suggestions to encourage Unconditional Positive Regard are:

A. music

B. pet therapy
C. art

D. all of the above

Q58. The client that is experiencing APATHY may exhibit the following except:

A. loss of self-awareness
B. loss of ability to initiate
C. Sitting in a chair all day
D. Not Engaging