9.3: Post-test
- True or False: Using a patient’s money in any way other than that directed in the Care Plan or for which they have specifically instructed you to do so is considered stealing and could result in losing your job or going to jail.
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Which of the following best describes income?
- The amount of money coming in to the household.
- The expenses that a family has.
- The amount of money in a person’s savings account.
- The amount of money a person owes after borrowing.
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A fixed income means which of the following?
- That people need to plan expenses to fit into the amount of money they make.
- That people can spend as much as they want regardless of how much money they make.
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Which of the following best describes debt?
- The amount of money coming in to the household.
- The expenses that a family has.
- The amount of money in a person’s savings account.
- The amount of money a person owes after borrowing.
- True or False: HHA/PCAs should never be judgmental about sources of a patient’s income and how they choose to spend their money.
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Figure out if the family has enough money to meet their expenses. Total monthly income=$1200. Total monthly expenses= $1700. How much money is leftover?
- -$750
- +$750
- -$500
- +250
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Which of the following are ways a HHA/PCA can help a family save money on groceries?
Select
all
that
apply
.
- Encourage patients and families to pack lunches.
- Never use a grocery list when shopping.
- Purchase only name brand products.
- Buy food and supplies in bulk when space allows.
- Purchase processed, packaged, and foods from salad bars instead of foods that must be prepared.
- Use coupons.
- Plan meals for the week, using items that will expire soonest.
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Which are good energy saving strategies to reduce energy costs?
- Turn lights off in rooms when not in use.
- Clean the lint trap in the dryer frequently.
- Wash clothing using the cold setting whenever possible.
- Use fans instead of air conditioners.
- Turn faucets off while brushing teeth.
- Use a programmable thermostat.
- Wash only full loads of clothing and line dry clothes when possible.
- Answer
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1. True
2. A
3. A
4. D
5. True
6. C
7. A, D, F, and G
8. All are ways to save on energy costs.