Understanding Caregiver Characteristics

Which of the following is a basic characteristic of a good caregiver?

• Being impatient

• Being empathetic

• Being forgetful

• Being disorganized

What does the term "reliable" mean when describing a caregiver?

• Someone who is always late

• Someone who can be counted on

• Someone who ignores instructions

• Someone who is careless

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an effective caregiver?

• Patience

• Neglectfulness

• Compassion

• Attentiveness

A caregiver who listens carefully to the needs of others is showing which characteristic?

• Distractedness

• Attentiveness

• Impatience

• Rudeness

Which of the following best describes the role of communication in caregiving?

• It is not important

• It helps caregivers understand and meet needs

• It only involves giving orders

• It is only used in emergencies

Why is patience considered an important characteristic for caregivers?

• It allows them to rush through tasks

• It helps them handle difficult situations calmly

• It makes them less responsible

• It encourages them to ignore others

How can a caregiver demonstrate responsibility in their daily tasks?

• By forgetting appointments

• By completing tasks on time and following instructions

• By ignoring their duties

• By being careless

If a caregiver is respectful, how might this affect the person they are caring for?

• The person may feel valued and comfortable

• The person may feel ignored

• The person may feel unsafe

• The person may feel anxious

Which word best describes a caregiver who always tells the truth?

• Dishonest

• Honest

• Unreliable

• Impatient

A caregiver who keeps information private is showing which characteristic?

• Carelessness

• Confidentiality

• Laziness

• Disrespect