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1 point
A person can wash their face and hands safely but needs help washing their back. What is the best approach to their hygiene care?
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5 Hygiene and Personal Care Online Quiz Questions
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20 questions
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During a bath, a person becomes dizzy. What should the caregiver do?
- A
Finish washing quickly so the bath is completed.
- B
Leave the person alone to rest while you gather supplies.
- C
Pause the bath and respond to the person's condition.
- D
Encourage the person to stand to improve circulation.
03
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1 point
When washing a person's body, which technique best helps avoid transferring soil from one area to another?
- A
Wash from cleaner areas toward more soiled areas, using a clean part of the cloth as needed.
- B
Scrub all areas with the same part of the cloth to maintain a steady routine.
- C
Wash the most soiled areas first, then use the same cloth on cleaner areas.
04
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A caregiver is preparing to wash a person's arm and torso. Which action best protects the person's privacy during care?
- A
Keep the person uncovered so the caregiver can observe their whole body.
- B
Cover the person between washing steps and uncover only the area being washed.
- C
Ask the person to wait in the bathroom while supplies are prepared.
05
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1 point
A person needs help with oral care. Which actions may be appropriate? Select all that apply.
- A
Position the person safely for oral care.
- B
Use suction or other aspiration precautions when indicated by the person's condition and facility procedure.
- C
Use the same aspiration precautions for every person, regardless of condition or procedure.
- D
Keep the mouth moist as needed.
06
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1 point
After providing hygiene care, which information should be documented? Select all that apply.
- A
The person's participation and tolerance.
- B
A judgment about whether the person was cooperative.
- C
Relevant skin or oral findings.
- D
Assistance or equipment used and concerns reported or escalated.
07
True or false
1 point
When a person can safely complete part of a hygiene task, the caregiver should encourage them to do that part and assist with the rest as needed.
- A
True
- B
False
08
True or false
1 point
For an older adult, hot water is recommended because it helps prevent skin dryness.
- A
True
- B
False
09
Written response
1 point
According to general adult guidance, how many times per day should a person brush their teeth? Enter the number of times per day.
10
Written response
1 point
For how many minutes should an adult brush their teeth each time, according to general guidance? Enter the number of minutes.
11
Open ended
1 point
A person has incontinence and the caregiver notices redness in the area exposed to moisture. Describe appropriate hygiene care and follow-up.
12
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1 point
A person has limited shoulder movement but can wash their face and hands safely. Which approach best supports their independence during bathing?
- A
Complete the entire wash for the person to keep the routine efficient.
- B
Let the person wash their face and hands, and assist with their back.
- C
Ask the person to postpone washing until their shoulder movement improves.
- D
Have the person wash only the areas that are easiest, without offering assistance.
13
Written response
1 point
According to general adult guidance, how many times per day should a person clean between their teeth? Enter a number of times per day.
14
True or false
1 point
When bathing, wash from cleaner areas toward more soiled areas.
- A
True
- B
False
15
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1 point
Before helping a person with limited balance take a bath, which preparation best promotes safety?
- A
Begin bathing before checking whether the person can transfer safely.
- B
Leave the person alone briefly while gathering any supplies that are missing.
- C
Gather supplies first, make sure the water is comfortable, and assess transfer and fall risk.
- D
Use hot water so the person stays warm throughout the bath.
16
Written response
1 point
When cleaning the vulvar area, in which direction should the caregiver wipe? Enter the direction as a short phrase.
17
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1 point
A person says their usual bathing routine differs from the one initially planned. What should the caregiver do?
- A
Ask about preferences and routines, then adapt the plan to the person's abilities and condition.
- B
Use the same schedule and products for everyone to ensure consistent care.
- C
Choose the routine that requires the least time, even if it differs from the person's preferences.
- D
Ask about preferences only after completing the care.
18
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1 point
A person needs help with oral care and has a condition that makes aspiration precautions necessary. Which approach is appropriate?
- A
Provide care in any position as long as the mouth is cleaned thoroughly.
- B
Position the person safely and use suction or other aspiration precautions when indicated.
- C
Avoid oral care whenever a person needs assistance with swallowing.
- D
Remove dentures and leave them on the bedside table while providing care.
19
Fill in the blank
1 point
A person with diabetes asks for routine nail trimming. Complete the instruction: because diabetes calls for particular caution with nail care, .
20
Fill in the blank
1 point
A person removes their dentures after cleaning them. Complete the care instruction: store the dentures in a .