NHSA Module 8 Practice Test

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• Which of the following is a recognized risk factor for falls in older adults?
• What is the primary purpose of incident reporting in NHSA Module 8?
• What does BAC stand for?
• Which of the following are signs of potential elder abuse or neglect that must be reported?
• What is the purpose of documentation and recordkeeping in safety programs?
• Risk communication is intended to do what for stakeholders?
• A positive reason for combining drugs is...
• Which items are included in a comprehensive employee safety induction?
• What is a 'pharm' party?
• During incident response, which approach helps protect privacy and limit data exposure?
• Which symptom is NOT typically associated with dehydration in older adults?
• What is the purpose of documenting and tracking corrective actions?
• How does Module 8 integrate governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) with safety?
• Which substance are teens most likely to try first according to course statistics?
• Which activity is an example of a healthy way to escape reality?
• Which ingredient is typically used in mixed drinks to soften the taste?
• Which activity best ensures training translates into safer behavior?
• How do you safely manage home medical devices (oxygen, nebulizers, suction) during visits?
• What effect do mixed drinks have on the taste of alcohol?
• How can you promote social engagement for clients with limited mobility?
• If two individuals drink the same amount of alcohol, the one with more muscle mass is likely to have what?
• What is the difference between a policy and a procedure?
• Heavy drinking can actually benefit a person's health. True or False?
• When preventing constipation, which practice involves reviewing medications that may contribute to constipation?
• What is the purpose of whistleblower protections in safety programs?
• Risk communication is best described as which of the following?
• Which factor is described as increasing absorption of alcohol due to body composition?
• The statement 'An alcoholic will persist in drinking despite damage to health or relationships' is:
• Which of the following are examples of gateway drugs?
• Under what condition should you monitor oxygen saturation during home visits?
• Drinking coffee or other energy beverages can help to speed up the rate of elimination of alcohol.
• Name three types of PPE and when they are used.
• Which statement best describes objective observations in documentation?
• What action should you take if you suspect elder abuse or neglect?
• What is the difference between a hazard and a risk?
• A person must get drunk to become an alcoholic.
• How would you assess facility safety hazards?
• Which measure indicates a need for a clinician assessment for malnutrition?
• Key elements of a business continuity plan for Module 8?
• What is cultural competence, and why does it matter in home health?
• When documenting a change in a client's condition, which elements should be included?
• How should you select PPE for a home visit?
• Which of the following is an objective data example?
• How should you manage personal protective equipment when caring for a client?
• Alcohol interferes with the brain's...
• How should you de-escalate agitation in a client who becomes upset?
• Using multiple drugs or combining drug use with alcohol is only dangerous if done in large quantities.
• An alcohol-induced blackout is described as:
• Which practice best supports patient dignity during personal care in the home setting?
• Which statement about impairment and BAC is true?
• Which activity would best represent a healthy form of escape from daily stress?
• What is the role of incident classifications (e.g., near miss vs. actual incident)?
• Is it safe to use a prescribed medication for someone else?
• Describe the correct sequence of steps in an incident investigation.
• Which statement about rationalization is accurate?
• During wound care, which practice is essential as the first step?
• Which statement best describes a chemical reaction?
• What role does social support play in nutrition assessment?
• What are key components of a fire safety plan?
• What is a key safety consideration when selecting footwear for a client during ambulation?
• Which statement about age and BAC is true?
• What are key considerations for end-of-life care in the home?
• What are key elements of a safe ambulation assessment?
• Which item is not typically included in a comprehensive employee safety induction?
• Space management becomes difficult under the influence due to an altered sense of what?
• What actions should you take if a client has a suspected adverse reaction to a treatment?
• What should be done after implementing a corrective action plan?
• What is informed consent in home health care?
• Why is continual education emphasized in NHSA Module 8?
• Which organs are responsible for eliminating a portion of alcohol from the body?
• A common side effect of pain killers is what?
• Which step is used to determine whether learning objectives were met?
• Why is documenting changes in mobility status important?
• In response to a data breach, what is the first action you should take?
• What factors contribute to missed meals, and what can caregivers do?
• How should you verify a client's identity before delivering care?
• What information should be documented after a dressing change?
• What is the recommended sequence for handling a policy violation?
• Why is it difficult to determine the amount of alcohol in a mixed drink?
• Which statement about memory during a blackout is true?
• What strategies help protect skin integrity in immobile clients?
• Alcohol impairment and intoxication are the same thing.
• What is a common social consequence of drug use?
• What tool is commonly used during walkthrough inspections to identify safety hazards and prioritize risk?
• What is data minimization and why is it relevant?
• Which statement best captures the general purpose of combining drugs?
• What is the purpose of the 5 Whys root cause analysis technique?
• Why is incident trend analysis important?
• One standard alcoholic drink contains approximately how many ounces of pure alcohol?
• How can you support a client's independence during care?
• How should you respond if you suspect neglect or abuse in the home?
• Which evidence best demonstrates competency in a new hire after onboarding?
• Which statement about the financial impact of drug use is true?
• How often should drills be conducted for emergency preparedness?
• What is the purpose and correct use of a gait belt?
• Which of the following is an example of a healthy coping skill?
• What safety practices apply when assisting with medications such as insulin?
• Which statement about heavy drinking and health is correct?
• Which statement best describes the trend when hazard controls are effective over time?
• What is the primary goal of person-centered care in home health?
• How does drug use affect employment?
• Which elements are typically included in a good incident report?
• What does residual risk indicate in a risk assessment?
• Which option best demonstrates managing emotions in healthy ways?
• Alcohol misuse can have which types of effects?
• Which of the following statements is true about the relationship between access to alcohol and youth experimentation?
• What is the purpose of using a gait belt during transfers?
• Which of the following is a common sign used to detect alcohol abuse?
• Which statement describes common triggers for agitation in someone with dementia in the home?
• Excessive drinking can overwork which organ in the body?
• Which item is NOT typically documented after a dressing change?
• What should you do to verify consent before delivering care?
• What are the four elements of a comprehensive risk assessment?
• The statement 'An alcoholic will persist in drinking despite damage to health or relationships' is:
• Describe the correct technique for transferring a patient using a gait belt.
• What is the proper practice regarding hand hygiene after removing gloves?
• According to course statistics, which substance are teens most likely to try first?
• How can you maintain privacy and dignity during toileting assistance?
• How can you measure the effectiveness of safety training?
• Which term best describes the interaction where the combined effect is greater than the effects of either substance alone?
• Which statement about the relationship between loss of judgment and decision-making is most accurate?
• What is the primary purpose of vendor risk management in Module 8?
• How do corrective action and preventive action differ?
• What makes an ethical dilemma unique in NHSA practice?
• Which element is essential in a fire safety plan to ensure occupants can evacuate safely?
• Impaired judgment can occur when a person reaches a blood alcohol content of
• Which statement can be used to summarize the effect of alcohol on judgment?
• Which statement about caffeine and alcohol elimination is false?
• Which statement best describes proactive safety management?
• Synergism refers to the effect caused by combining two or more substances where the resulting effect is ___ the effect of each substance used alone.
• What is the correct sequence of wound care steps during home visits?
• Rationalization is a good coping mechanism that involves inventing reasons to justify a person's actions.
• How do you protect client confidentiality in everyday practice?
• What are some of the psychological effects drugs may have on a person?
• What is the purpose of a care plan review with the supervising nurse?
• How should you respond to increasing pain reported by a client?
• Which statement best defines a hazard?
• What should be documented regarding medications to ensure safety and accountability?
• What percentage of the alcohol that you consume is eliminated by your kidneys, lungs, and sweat glands?
• How should changes to safety policies be communicated?
• Identify environmental hazards in a typical home that increase fall risk.
• One example of poor judgment shown while under the influence of alcohol and drugs is...
• Which infection-control practice is essential during home visits?
• What does poly-abuse refer to?
• How should confidential information be transmitted securely?
• Driving is what kind of task?
• In risk management, what is the purpose of tracking risk controls and action plans in a single document?
• How should medication reminders be managed in home care?
• Having easy access to alcohol is one of the reasons why many young people have tried it. The statement is:
• How should you respond to a client who refuses care, while ensuring safety?
• What is the purpose of a chemical hazard communication program (HAZCOM)?
• What steps are involved in creating a safety training curriculum?
• The liver is the organ largely responsible for metabolizing and breaking down alcohol. Which organ is this?
• There are no risks to using an over-the-counter drug.
• Which statement about prescribed medications is accurate?
• A person can stop misusing drugs and still suffer long-term consequences?
• Heavy drinking is generally defined as more than how many standard drinks per day for a man and for a woman?
• How can drug use affect friendships?
• How should hazardous materials be stored to minimize risk?
• Which framework governs privacy of client information?
• Which components are included in a competency assessment for safety training?
• Which of the following is a healthy coping skill?
• Which statement about rationalization is accurate?
• What distinguishes proactive safety management from reactive safety management?
• Which practice helps minimize risk when storing chemicals?
• Which elements are used to determine training needs for new hires in Module 8?
• Which of the following is a common sign of dehydration in older adults?
• Which statement best describes mixed drinks?
• What is the purpose of access control in information security?
• If a person experiments with alcohol, and they do not suffer any noticeable harm what may they be emboldened to try?
• How might alcohol abuse be detected?
• Which factors should be evaluated when assessing a client's nutrition and appetite?
• Which activity is described as a healthy way to escape reality?
• Which statement is not supported by the material about gateway drugs?
• Explain the concept of residual risk.
• Which vital signs are routinely monitored by a home health aide?
• What is the purpose of meeting at a reunification point during a home evacuation?
• Which statement best describes a blackout?
• Which activities comprise an effective safety and compliance audit process?
• Which of the following is a good coping skill?
• Which practices support creating a safe sleep environment for clients in home health?
• Which ethical principle is about honoring a client's right to make their own decisions about care?
• Differentiate subjective and objective data in nursing documentation.
• Outline the steps to control minor bleeding from a small wound.
• For audit readiness, how should incident data be stored?
• Why are access controls important for incident data in audits?
• Which statement about gait belt use is correct?
• When should you perform hand hygiene during a home visit?
• Which statement about a standard drink is accurate according to the material?
• How do you ensure the validity of incident data?
• How do you implement a corrective action plan (CAP)?
• Which statement best describes rationalization as a coping mechanism?
• Which statement describes excessive drinking?
• Which approach helps prevent and manage constipation in home care?
• Which item is NOT typically included in an incident report?
• What is the role of documentation in medication management and safety?
• Which statement best describes gateway drugs as presented?
• Loss of judgment refers to someone who..
• What are the steps in handling a data breach affecting client information?
• Which signs indicate potential malnutrition and warrant clinician assessment?
• Which activities are typically part of an effective safety audit?
• What is a risk register and how is it used?
• How should you respond to a client experiencing chest pain and shortness of breath?
• Food ingestion will cause the body to eliminate alcohol at a faster rate?
• How is alcohol absorption affected by muscle mass?
• Name two ethical principles relevant to home health care.
• Is it safe to operate a vehicle while taking tranquilizers?
• In incident investigations, what is the purpose of verifying the effectiveness of corrective actions?
• In the United States, a BAC level of what value is legally considered impairment?
• What are Standard Precautions in infection control?
• What is the role of performance metrics in Module 8?
• What constitutes an emergency action plan (EAP) for facilities?
• To protect client confidentiality, which practice is recommended?
• Which of the following is a risk factor for falls in older adults?
• Which method is used to prioritize hazards in safety assessments?
• Which element in incident management confirms that corrective actions have effectively mitigated the identified root causes?
• What helps prevent noncompliance in safety programs?
• How should soiled linens be handled to prevent contamination?
• What should you do first when a client experiences chest discomfort and dyspnea?
• Which option correctly defines BAC in terms of measurement?
• Which practices help determine the effectiveness of hazard controls?
• What is the role of leadership in safety culture?
• Which practice strengthens incident data validity?
• Which of the following is considered to be a standard drink?
• 100-proof rum contains what percentage of alcohol?
• DUI refers to driving under the influence of what?
• How can alcohol can alter a person's vision?
• The term 'heavy drinking' is defined as more than how many standard drinks per day for a man and more than how many for a woman?
• What action should you take if you cannot verify a medication dosage, such as insulin?
• Why is sleep hygiene important in home health, and how can caregivers support it?
• How is a care plan used during a home visit?
• Which statement best defines ergonomics in the workplace?
• Common drivers of noncompliance in safety programs?
• Which statement about the financial impact of drug use is true?
• What action is part of responding to a home fire?
• What happens in a chemical reaction?
• How should training records be stored and retained?
• Which statement about the effect of alcohol on judgment is most accurate?
• If agitation persists despite de-escalation attempts, what is the recommended course of action?
• Which statement is true regarding alcohol abuse?