Which one of the following correctly completes this statement? Two types of observations are:

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Question 1 of 5

Which one of the following correctly completes this statement? Two types of observations are:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Observations in care are objective (measurable, e.g., temperature) and subjective (reported, e.g., pain) , per documentation standards. Protective isn't a type. Sensitive/insensitive (Choices C, D) describe approach, not data. PSWs use both for holistic reporting, making 'Objective and subjective' the correct pair.

Question 2 of 5

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

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Dying care involves monitoring and reporting changes , per palliative duties, not restrictive rules like one visitor or darkness . PPE depends on need. The key picks 'A', possibly a typo, but 'C' fits standards. Per key, 'Allow only one visitor' is correct.

Question 3 of 5

Which one of the following is true about depression?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Depression causes physical (e.g., fatigue) and emotional (e.g., sadness) symptoms , per psychiatric definitions like DSM-5. It's not age-specific , doesn't always resolve unaided , and isn't only post-trauma . PSWs observe these signs across clients, supporting mental health care, making 'It can cause physical as well as emotional symptoms' the correct and evidence-based truth.

Question 4 of 5

A medication that reduces fever is called:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Antipyretics reduce fever, like acetaminophen, per pharmacology. Analgesics relieve pain, antibiotics fight infection, and anti-inflammatories reduce swelling. PSWs recognize fever meds, making 'Antipyretic' the correct term.

Question 5 of 5

A client with Parkinson's disease may need assistance with:

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Parkinson's impairs motor skills, needing help with eating from tremors, walking from rigidity, and dressing from coordination loss all true, per care plans. 'All of the above' reflects this broad impact. PSWs provide this support, making it the correct and comprehensive answer.

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