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WorksheetsPCT I-Patient Comfort
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 19mins
A PCT is preparing to give a bed bath to an elderly patient. What action should the PCT take FIRST?
fill the basin with warm water
put on clean gloves
apply soap to the washcloth
lower the side rails
During a bed bath, the patient states the water feels "too hot." what is the PCT's best action?
continue bathing quickly
add soap to cool the water
stop and adjust the water temperature
tell the patient it will cool down
While providing perineal care to an incontinent patient, which action is most appropriate?
clean from back to front
use the same washcloth throughout
clean from front to back
skip care if the patient is asleep
A patient refuses a scheduled bath and says, "I don't feel like it today." what should the PCT do?
insist the bath is required
respect the refusal and document
tell the patient they smell
bathe the patient later without asking
While bathing a patient, the PCT notices redness on the patient's heels that does not fade. What is the priority action?
massage the area
ignore it
report to the nurse
apply lotion
A patient's eyeglasses are visibly dirty. How should the PCT clean them?
with alcohol wipes
with hot water only
with mild soap, water, and a soft cloth
with paper towels
A patient removes their eyeglasses before bathing. Where should the PCT place them?
on the bedside table
in the sink
in a labeled protective case
in the patient's bed
A PCT is assisting a patient with a hearing aid before AM care. What should be done FIRST?
turn the hearing aid on
ensure the hearing aid is clean and dry
insert it quickly
test the volume at maximum
During care, a hearing aid falls into the sink with running water. What should the PCT do?
dry it with a towel and reinsert
use a hair dryer
report the incident to the nurse
throw it away
A patient repeatedly asks the PCT to repeat instructions. What action best supports patient safety?
speak louder
ensure the hearing aid is in place
ignore the behavior
ask another patient for help
During AM care, what is the primary goal of the PCT?
prepare the patient for sleep
prepare the patient for the day
administer medications
perform a full assessment
While helping with AM care, the patient appears stiff and grimaces when moving. What should the PCT do?
move faster
stop care
ask about pain and report findings
ignore the behavior
Which task is most appropriate during AM care?
lowering lights
oral hygiene
evening relaxation
turning off the tv
A patient says they are too tired for a full PM bath. What is the best response by the PCT?
skip all care
respect the choice and provide essential care
tell the patient it is required
bathe the patient while they sleep
Which action is MOST important before leaving the patient after PM care?
turn off the lights
place call light within reach
remove all pillows
close the door tightly
Why is oral care especially important during PM care?
it improves appetite
it prevents overnight infection
it replaces bathing
it reduces the need for sleep
A patient rates their pain as 7 out of 10 during AM care. What should the PCT do FIRST?
administer pain medication
reposition the patient and report pain
tell the patient pain is normal
ignore the complaint
A patient is grimacing but denies pain. what should the PCT do?
assume no pain is present
ask further questions about comfort
leave the room
document "no pain" only
Which non-pharmacological intervention is appropriate for pain relief by a PCT?
prescribing medication
repositioning the patient
changing the prescription
increasing dosage
Why is prompt pain reporting important?
pain always goes away
pain does not affect healing
untreated pain can delay recovery
only nurses manage pain
A patient reports new pain during PM care. What is the PCT's responsibility?
decide if it's serious
document and report to the nurse
ignore it until morning
administer medication
During AM care, the PCT notices the patient's hearing aid is not working and the patient seems frustrated. What is the best action?
ignore it
remove the hearing aid permanently
check battery and cleanliness, then report if needed
speak very loudly
A patient states their bath helps relieve pain. Why is this important for the PCT to note?
baths replace medication
comfort measures support pain management
pain is imaginary
baths are optional
A patient refuses PM care due to pain and fatigue. What is the MOST appropriate response?
respect refusal, provide comfort measures, report pain
insist on full care
leave without documentation
argue with the patient
Which statement best reflects proper pain assessment?
pain is the same for everyone
the nurse decides pain level
pain only matters after surgery
the patient is the best source of pain information
