Scope of Services

Front

Which of the following tasks is a caregiver NOT allowed to perform?
Assisting a client with a bed bath,
Cutting a clients nails,
Using a digital blood pressure cuff,
Assisting a client to shave using an electronic razor

Back

Cutting a clients nails

Front

A client asks a CareGiver to clean the skin around their stoma site, what should the CareGiver do?

Back

Explain they cannot do that and assist the client in gathering supplies to do it themselves.

Front

A CareGiver notices the client added their crushed medication to their food and is asking the CareGiver to assist in feeding them. What should the CareGiver do?

Back

Politely explain you cannot feed them with medication in the food. See if a family member can assist.

Front

A client has swelling in their ankles and asks the CareGiver to apply a compression wrap to help with this. What should the CareGiver do?

Back

Explain to the client you cannot apply a compression wrap, suggest using compression socks for the time being.

Front

A diabetic client asks you to help prick their finger to check their blood pressure because their hands are shaking. What should the CareGiver do?

Back

Assist the client by steadying their hand, but allow them to prick their own finger.

Front

A client asks you to give them their over the counter pain medication (Advil). The CareGiver should:

Back

Explain to the client you can assist them, and steady their hand to assist in taking their medication.

Front

A client has a DR appointment in Chicago and tells their CareGiver they will give them cash for mileage. The CareGiver should:

Back

Explain that you cannot drive clients outside of State Lines and contact the office for alternative transportation

Front

A client asks for your personal cell number, so you can notify them anytime you're sick or having to call off. The CareGiver should:

Back

Explain that all communication must be done through the office

Front

While assisting your client in the shower you notice a sore forming under their stomach. The CareGiver should:

Back

Recognize, Report, and Record this wound

Front

A client asks you to replace their oxygen tank as it's running low. The CareGiver should:

Back

Explain to the client you cannot assist with this but offer to call a family member to see if they can.