DSP Health and Wellness Support 2

Question 1

A person you support refuses to take their prescribed medication. What is the DSP's first appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Document the refusal and notify the supervisor or nurse

Answer

Crush the medication and hide it in food

Answer

Force the individual to take the medication

Answer

Skip the dose and try again tomorrow without reporting

Question 2

Which vital sign measurement requires a DSP to recognize a dangerously high reading that may indicate hypertensive crisis?

Accepted Answer

Blood pressure above 180/120 mmHg

Answer

Temperature above 98.6°F

Answer

Pulse of 72 beats per minute

Answer

Respiratory rate of 16 breaths per minute

Question 3

A person with diabetes tells you they feel shaky, sweaty, and confused. What condition should a DSP suspect first?

Accepted Answer

Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)

Answer

Hyperglycemia (high blood sugar)

Answer

Diabetic ketoacidosis

Answer

Insulin overdose from yesterday

Question 4

When supporting a person with epilepsy during a generalized tonic-clonic seizure, a DSP should:

Accepted Answer

Time the seizure, protect the head, and turn them on their side after convulsions stop

Answer

Hold the person still to prevent injury

Answer

Place something in their mouth to protect their tongue

Answer

Give the person water immediately when the seizure ends

Question 5

Which of the following best describes the DSP's role in supporting preventive health care?

Accepted Answer

Scheduling and accompanying individuals to routine medical appointments

Answer

Diagnosing minor illnesses to avoid unnecessary doctor visits

Answer

Deciding which medications are no longer needed

Answer

Performing physical exams when nurses are unavailable

Question 6

A person you support has a pressure ulcer (bed sore) that appears to be worsening. What is the correct DSP action?

Accepted Answer

Increase repositioning frequency and notify the nurse immediately

Answer

Apply over-the-counter antibiotic ointment and monitor

Answer

Cover with a bandage and document it in one week

Answer

Ask the individual if they want it treated before reporting

Question 7

Which practice best supports the oral health of individuals with disabilities who resist tooth brushing?

Accepted Answer

Use a flavorless toothpaste, a soft brush, and a consistent routine with positive reinforcement

Answer

Skip brushing until the person cooperates fully

Answer

Brush teeth forcefully to complete the task efficiently

Answer

Only brush teeth during medical appointments