Question 42 of module HHA-120 of the Home Health Aide (HHA) exam.
Because arthritis is very common among elderly clients,
- AThe HHA can assume everyone is experiencing the same effects of the disease
- BThe HHA should give the same care to every client who has arthritis
- CThe HHA should be careful not to assume every client has the same symptoms or needs the same care
- DIt is considered a normal change of aging and HHAs do not need to provide any special care
Correct answer: C
Why: Although arthritis is common, the HHA should not assume every client has the same symptoms or needs.
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