Health and Wellness Support Flashcards
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A person you support refuses to take their prescribed medication. What is the DSP's first appropriate action?
Answer: Document the refusal and notify the supervisor or nurse
Medication refusal must be documented and reported to a supervisor or nurse so appropriate clinical decisions can be made.
Which vital sign measurement requires a DSP to recognize a dangerously high reading that may indicate hypertensive crisis?
Answer: Blood pressure above 180/120 mmHg
A blood pressure above 180/120 mmHg is considered hypertensive crisis and requires immediate medical attention.
A person with diabetes tells you they feel shaky, sweaty, and confused. What condition should a DSP suspect first?
Answer: Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
Shakiness, sweating, and confusion are classic signs of hypoglycemia, requiring prompt treatment with fast-acting sugar.
When supporting a person with epilepsy during a generalized tonic-clonic seizure, a DSP should:
Answer: Time the seizure, protect the head, and turn them on their side after convulsions stop
The correct response is to time the seizure, cushion the head, and place the person in recovery position after convulsions cease.
Which of the following best describes the DSP's role in supporting preventive health care?
Answer: Scheduling and accompanying individuals to routine medical appointments
DSPs support preventive care by helping schedule and attend routine medical appointments, not by providing clinical diagnoses.
A person you support has a pressure ulcer (bed sore) that appears to be worsening. What is the correct DSP action?
Answer: Increase repositioning frequency and notify the nurse immediately
Worsening pressure ulcers require prompt repositioning and immediate nurse notification since they can become serious infections.
Which practice best supports the oral health of individuals with disabilities who resist tooth brushing?
Answer: Use a flavorless toothpaste, a soft brush, and a consistent routine with positive reinforcement
Using preferred products, a gentle approach, and consistent positive reinforcement helps build tolerance for oral hygiene routines.