Which one of the following is considered a more accurate reflection of a person's feelings?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Non-verbal e.g., grimace shows feelings truer than written , verbal , or sign . PSWs read this e.g., pain for insight. Words mask; this fits. This skill enhances care sensitivity, a PSW strength in observation.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Critical thinking solves problems creatively e.g., adjusting care unlike supervision , management , or inventory . PSWs use this e.g., observing for decisions. Misnaming risks rigidity; this fits. This skill enhances care, a PSW strength.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Face masks are essential for infection control, and their proper use is governed by hygiene standards. A mask cannot be reused in most healthcare contexts unless specified as reusable, as it risks cross-contamination. A loose fit reduces effectiveness by allowing air leaks, and the inside isn't always clean once worn, as it can harbor moisture or germs from breathing. When a mask becomes moist , it loses its filtering ability and becomes a breeding ground for pathogens, rendering it contaminated. This aligns with infection control principles, such as those from the CDC or WHO, which recommend changing masks when damp to maintain protection for both wearer and patient, making 'Is considered contaminated when moist' the correct statement based on standard practice.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Cold viruses, like rhinoviruses, primarily spread via hand contact . Hands touch contaminated surfaces (e.g., doorknobs) and then the face, transferring germs to mucous membranes. Studies, such as from the CDC, show this is the dominant transmission route, outpacing others. Kissing can spread germs but is less common due to limited frequency. Sneezing and coughing release droplets, a factor in flu, but colds rely more on contact. Sharing utensils is a risk but secondary to hands, as direct touch occurs more often. Handwashing's emphasis in prevention underscores hand contact's role, making it the correct answer for cold germ spread in everyday settings.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Connective tissue anchors, connects, and supports other tissues, including bone, cartilage, and blood, providing structural integrity. Muscle tissue contracts for movement, not support. Nerve tissue conducts signals, not physical support. Epithelial tissue covers surfaces, not connects internally. Connective tissue's diverse roles binding organs, supporting bones are detailed in histology, vital for PSWs in understanding body stability and injury care, making it the correct answer over tissues with specialized, non-supportive functions.