Home Companion Program Final Exam
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Define the following words or terms. GIVE EXAMPLES; be specific and take time to be sure that you have made clear what you know on the subject.
1. ASSERTIVENESS
1a. Definition *
1b. Example *
2. SPEECH READING
(hint: in relation to hearing loss clients)
2a. Definition *
2b. Example *
3. PARKINSON'S DISEASE
Define and explain how it affects the client.
3a. Definition *
3b. Example *
4. DEMENTIA
4a. Definition *
4b. Example *
5. SUNDOWN EFFECT
(hint: in relation to Alzheimer's Disease
5a. Definition *
5b. Example *
6. DEPRESSION
6a. Definition *
6b. Example *
7. DIABETES
7a. Definition *
7b. Example *
8. PARVE
8a. Definition *
8b. Example *
9. MACULAR DEGENERATION
9a. Definition *
9b. Example *
10. OSTEOPOROSIS
10a. Definition *
10b. Example *
11. If your client is taking medication for diabetes, she can eat whatever she wants. *
12. Most Americans are overweight. *
13. Honey is a form of sugar but you can eat more of it than you can of sugar. *
14. Olive oil is monosaturated, not polyunsaturated, but is still considered healthy. *
15. Cheap cuts of meat, like chuck roasts, are often better for you than expensive steak. *
16. Fall prevention in the home is very important. List three possible trouble spots and explain how you would correct the problem.
16a. *
16b. *
16c. *
17. What is Alzheimer's Disease?
17a. Explain the symptoms *
17b. How should you react to these symptoms? *
18. How can you help a client with Parkinson's disease? Be specific about what you should do and what you should not do. *
19. What is M.S. and how does it affect the client? Who is more likely to develop this disease and at what age? *
20. What is confidentiality? Why is it important to you and your client? *
21a. What does the Home Companion Coordinator do? *
21b. How can the Home Companion Coordinator be helpful to you? *
21c. When should you call the Home Companion Coordinator? How do you reach her/him during the week? On weekends and holidays? *
22. Why is alcoholism so difficult to diagnose?
Give three things a companion can look for in the client's behavior that will help with the diagnosis.
22a. *
22b. *
22c. *
23. Name three food items you would NOT serve to a client who keeps Kosher.
23a. *
23b. *
23c. *
24. Why is it necessary for a companion to know something about illness, diseases, emotional problems etc. even though companions to not give medically related care?  Give 3 very specific examples of how such information can be useful.
24a. *
24b. *
24c. *
25. If you're working with a client who is mentally clear but physically frail, what are some ideas about how to spend your time with her/him? *
26a. What can you do to help a client remember to take medication on time? *
26b. What can you do to help a client remember to pay bills? *
27. List three things you can do to communicate better with someone who has hearing loss:
27a. *
27b. *
27c. *
28. What can you do to be sure that you are in the best physical, mental and emotional condition yourself? *
29. How did these classes help you? Use this space to talk about something you learned from classes or the handbook. Be sure to include ways in which you think you can be a better companion now. If there are subjects you would like to know more about, or other comments about the program, use this space. *
CASE STUDY
The final question in the exam is a case study. Please click the link below to download the Case Study and submit by email to Isrella Knopf at iknopf@ctjfs.org and Carolann Reid at creid@ctjfs.org

https://www.ctjfs.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/HC-Training-Course-Final-Exam-Q30.pdf
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