Caregiver PCA Exam Questions & Answers 2026 (21–30)

Question 1

Before shaving a resident, the caregiver should always check whether the resident:

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Is taking blood thinners (anticoagulants). Residents on blood thinners bleed easily, so an electric razor is usually safer than a blade. Knowing this prevents excessive bleeding from nicks.

Question 2

Which resident's foot and nail care should be left to a nurse or podiatrist rather than the caregiver?

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A resident with diabetes. Diabetics have poor circulation and reduced sensation; a small nick can become a serious infection or ulcer, so their nail care is reserved for licensed clinicians.

Question 3

Daily hair care for most residents includes:

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Brushing or combing and keeping hair neat. Routine hair care is brushing/combing and keeping hair clean and neat using the resident's own supplies. Cutting and coloring are not routine caregiver duties.

Question 4

When walking (ambulating) a resident who is weak, the caregiver should:

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Use a gait/transfer belt and stay slightly behind and to the side. A gait belt gives a secure hold, and staying to the side and slightly behind lets the caregiver guide the resident safely and ease them down if they begin to fall.

Question 5

While assisting with toileting, the caregiver notices the resident's stool is black and tarry. The caregiver should:

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Report the observation to the nurse promptly. Black, tarry stool can indicate bleeding in the upper digestive tract. This is an important change that must be reported to the nurse for evaluation.

Question 6

A resident's urinal contains 350 mL in the morning and 450 mL in the afternoon. The total recorded urine output for these two voids is:

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800 mL. Output is the sum of the measured amounts: 350 mL plus 450 mL equals 800 mL. Accurate totals are needed to monitor kidney function and fluid balance.

Question 7

A reacher, sock aid, and long-handled sponge are examples of:

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Adaptive (assistive) devices that promote independence. Adaptive devices help residents perform ADLs themselves despite limited reach or mobility, supporting independence and dignity.

Question 8

Bath time is a good opportunity for the caregiver to:

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Observe and report changes in the resident's skin. Bathing lets the caregiver inspect the whole body for redness, breakdown, rashes, or bruises and report any new findings, which supports early intervention.

Question 9

To help prevent pressure injuries, a bed-bound resident should generally be repositioned at least every:

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2 hours. Repositioning a bed-bound resident at least every 2 hours relieves pressure over bony areas and helps prevent pressure ulcers (bedsores).

Question 10

Before a resident walks, the caregiver should make sure the resident is wearing:

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Non-skid footwear that fits well. Well-fitting, non-skid shoes give traction and stability, reducing the risk of slips and falls during walking.

Caregiver PCA Exam Questions & Answers 2026 (21–30)

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