Home Economics Literacy - Midterm - Summative Test

In order to effectively manage housekeeping responsibilities, which of the following should NOT be prioritized? Identify the incorrect statement.

• Ensuring all cleaning supplies are readily available.

• Understanding the safety protocols associated with cleaning products.

• Completing tasks independently without seeking help.

• Regularly inspecting the condition of tools and equipment.

Which of the following is not an area of home economics in the K to 12 curricula?

• Industrial Arts

• Beauty Care

• Bread and Pastry

• Dressmaking

To calculate the dose when administering medicine, the caregiver should consider the following EXCEPT one. Which is an exception?

• Use a calculator to compute for the dosage.

• Call a pharmacist for help.

• Always keep a record of the patient’s weight in kilograms

• Give immediate medication because time is the essence to save the patient.

To start the manicure procedure, what is the first thing that the manicurist should do?

• Sanitize the hand by applying alcohol.

• Let the client sit and put a towel on the lap.

• Remove the old enamel or polish.

• Soak the hand in the finger bowl/ manicure bowl.

Below are the methods to calculate pediatric doses, EXCEPT:

• Body Surface Method

• Clark’s Rule

• Einstein’s Rule

• Fried’s Rule

Which of the following personal protective equipment is used to protect our skin from chemicals and our body from dust and dirt?

• Apron

• Rubber gloves

• Hairnet

• Surgical gloves

Three (3) cups are equivalent to how many tablespoons?

• 8 T

• 16 T

• 35 T

• 48 T

After a heavy storm, you need to clean the windows that are covered in water spots. Which tool would be the most effective for this task?

• Microfiber cloth

• Sponges

• Squeegees

• Newspaper

Which of the following materials in caregiving is used for toileting bedridden patients?

• Bedpan

• Bathtub

• Basin

• Towel

The following are examples of psychological hazards except one:

• Verbal abuse from dissatisfied clients

• False hope

• unreasonable expectations from the client

• None of the above