A clean area:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: In healthcare, a 'clean area' has a specific meaning tied to infection control. It must be free from pathogens , such as bacteria or viruses, to prevent disease spread, achieved through cleaning and disinfection protocols. Clearing clutter improves safety but doesn't guarantee pathogen absence. Contaminated with microorganisms defines a dirty area, the opposite of clean. No safety hazards addresses physical risks, not microbial cleanliness, which is the primary concern in care settings. 'Free from pathogens' aligns with medical asepsis standards, ensuring a safe environment for clients and staff, as emphasized in PSW training and facility policies, making it the precise and correct definition.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Tangled hair requires gentle care to avoid pain or damage. Wetting with alcohol dries hair, worsening tangles, and isn't standard. Cutting tangles is a last resort, risking uneven results or distress. Calling the nurse escalates unnecessarily for a routine task. Combing one small section at a time is the best first step starting at ends, working up minimizing breakage and discomfort. PSW grooming protocols prioritize patience and client comfort, making this methodical approach the correct initial action.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Obese residents face higher skin breakdown risk in skin folds , where moisture, heat, and friction accumulate, fostering irritation or infection (e.g., intertrigo). Knees and calves are less prone unless pressure is constant. The abdomen may be affected but isn't as common as folds (e.g., under breasts, groin). PSW training highlights monitoring these hidden areas, supported by clinical observations of obesity-related skin issues, making 'Skin folds' the correct and most likely location.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Feeding requires focus on the resident for safety and dignity. Standing divides attention, risking choking. Mixing pureed food may overwhelm or confuse taste. Sitting on the bed is unstable and unhygienic. Sitting with eye contact fosters trust, monitors swallowing, and ensures safety, per PSW feeding protocols. This client-centered approach enhances engagement and reduces risks, making it the correct and preferred method.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Vegetarians replace animal protein with plant sources like legumes beans, lentils rich in amino acids, per nutritional standards. Fish isn't vegetarian. Bananas and celery offer carbs or fiber, not protein. PSWs adapt diets, and legumes align with vegetarian protein needs, making it the correct substitute.