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Shadow Health Patient Comfort Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which one of the following is not a mode of bacterial transmission?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Bacterial transmission occurs through specific pathways. Direct transmission involves physical contact, like touching an infected person. Indirect transmission happens via contaminated objects, such as shared equipment. Vector transmission uses an intermediary, like an insect, to spread bacteria. Sterilization , however, is a process to eliminate bacteria, not a mode of transmission. It's a preventive measure that destroys pathogens on surfaces or instruments, breaking the chain of infection rather than facilitating it. Understanding these distinctions is key for PSWs in infection control, and since sterilization does not transmit bacteria but prevents their spread, it stands out as the option that does not belong, making it the correct answer.
Question 2 of 5
The pituitary gland, the thyroid gland, the pancreas are all part of the:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The pituitary, thyroid, and pancreas are glands of the endocrine system , releasing hormones (e.g., growth hormone, thyroxine, insulin) into the bloodstream to regulate body functions. The reproductive system involves sex organs, not these glands broadly. The circulatory system transports blood, not hormone production. The respiratory system manages breathing, unrelated to glandular secretion. Endocrine system knowledge is crucial for PSWs monitoring conditions like diabetes, and its inclusion of these glands aligns with anatomical definitions, making it the correct system.
Question 3 of 5
Oral hygiene should be given to an unconscious person:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Unconscious clients can't swallow or clear saliva, risking aspiration or infection, so frequent oral care is vital. Once a day or per shift is too infrequent, allowing bacteria buildup. When the PSW has time lacks urgency. Every two hours keeps the mouth moist and clean, preventing complications like pneumonia, a standard in critical care protocols. PSWs follow this to maintain health in vulnerable clients, making it the correct frequency based on evidence-based practice.
Question 4 of 5
A client's call bell goes unanswered, and the client's son finds the client lying on sheets soaked with urine. This is an example of which of the following:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Leaving a client in soiled sheets due to an unanswered call bell is neglect , a failure to provide basic care needs like hygiene, causing discomfort or health risks. Emotional abuse involves verbal or psychological harm, not physical neglect. Physical abuse requires intentional injury, not omission. Malpractice implies professional error, beyond simple neglect. PSW standards classify this as neglect, a reportable issue, making it the correct category for this care lapse.
Question 5 of 5
Carbohydrates provide the body with energy and help provide fibre for bowel elimination. Carbohydrates are broken down into sugars during digestion and may be stored in the liver, or as body fat. Identify which one of the following are high in carbohydrates.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Carbohydrates, primary energy sources, are high in fruits, breads, and pasta , per Canada's Food Guide fruits offer sugars, breads and pasta starches. Rice in Choice B is carb-rich, but celery and chicken aren't. Milk and yogurt have some carbs (lactose), cereal varies, but less dominant. Seafood is protein-based. PSWs plan diets, and Choice A's carb focus aligns with nutritional science, making it the correct high-carb group.