Free HHA Practice Test — 50 Questions with Answers
Fifty real-style HHA exam questions across all 7 topic categories — same blueprint, same weighting as the actual Home Health Aide competency exam. Sample 10 questions with full answer explanations right on this page, then unlock the rest free.
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10 sample questions with answers
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1In a home fire, the HHA's FIRST priority is to:
- A.Call 911
- B.Grab a fire extinguisher
- C.Remove the patient from danger
- D.Open windows to release smoke
Why: Life safety first: evacuate the patient from danger. Call 911 once you and the patient are safe.
2Airborne precautions (like for tuberculosis) require which respiratory protection?
- A.Surgical mask
- B.Face shield only
- C.N95 respirator
- D.No special mask needed
Why: Airborne diseases (TB, measles, chickenpox) require an N95 or higher respirator — not just a surgical mask.
3The purpose of a patient's care plan is to:
- A.Document billing and insurance information for the agency
- B.Outline individualized goals and specific care instructions
- C.Track the HHA's schedule, mileage, and hourly assignments
- D.Record the patient's prior medical history for the chart
Why: A care plan is a written document outlining the patient's specific health goals, interventions, and care instructions tailored to their needs.
4Proper body mechanics when lifting requires the HHA to:
- A.Bend at the waist, keep legs straight
- B.Twist the spine to get closer
- C.Keep back straight, bend at the knees
- D.Use only arm strength
Why: Always bend at the knees (not the waist), keep your back straight, and use your leg muscles when lifting to prevent back injury.
5Normal respiratory rate for a resting adult is:
- A.6–10 breaths per minute
- B.12–20 breaths per minute
- C.22–30 breaths per minute
- D.30–40 breaths per minute
Why: A normal adult breathing rate is 12–20 breaths per minute. Below 12 (bradypnea) or above 20 (tachypnea) should be reported.
6Range of motion (ROM) exercises primarily help prevent:
- A.Pressure sores
- B.Respiratory infections
- C.Joint contractures and muscle atrophy
- D.Urinary tract infections
Why: ROM exercises maintain joint flexibility and muscle strength. Without movement, joints stiffen and muscles weaken (atrophy).
7A patient with dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) typically requires:
- A.Low-sodium diet
- B.High-protein shakes
- C.Thickened liquids and soft/pureed foods
- D.Clear liquid diet only
Why: Dysphagia patients are at risk of aspiration. Thickened liquids and texture-modified foods reduce the risk of food entering the airway.
8An HHA observes unexplained bruising inconsistent with a patient's explanation. The HHA should:
- A.Accept the patient's story
- B.Ignore it — bruising is common in elderly
- C.Report the observation to a supervisor immediately
- D.Confront the family directly
Why: Unexplained or inconsistent bruising may indicate abuse. HHAs are mandated reporters — report observations to a supervisor immediately.
9Normal blood oxygen saturation (SpO2) for a healthy adult is:
- A.75–85%
- B.85–90%
- C.90–94%
- D.95–100%
Why: Normal SpO2 is 95–100%. Below 90% is considered hypoxemia and requires immediate reporting.
10After removing gloves, what must the HHA do immediately?
- A.Reuse them if they look clean
- B.Wash hands thoroughly
- C.Rinse gloves in warm water
- D.Store for later use
Why: Hands must be washed immediately after removing gloves. Gloves can have microscopic holes and hands can be contaminated during removal.
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FAQ — Free HHA Practice Test (50 Questions)
How can I get a free HHA practice test with 50 questions?
PassHHA gives you 10 free HHA practice questions every day with no credit card required. Practice 5 days in a row to cover 50 questions across all 7 exam categories, with instant answer explanations after each one.
Are these real HHA exam questions?
These are real-style HHA practice questions matching the exact topic blueprint used by state Home Health Aide competency exams. They cover the same 7 categories in the same approximate weighting as the actual exam.
What score do I need to pass the HHA exam?
Most states require a score of 70%-75% on the written portion of the HHA competency exam to pass. The exam typically has 60-75 multiple-choice questions and you also need to pass a separate clinical skills demonstration.
How is the 50-question practice test structured?
The 50 questions follow the same topic distribution as the real HHA exam: about 12 Personal Care, 10 Safety & Emergency, 7 Infection Control, 6 Basic Skills, 6 Nutrition, 5 Communication, and 4 Legal & Ethics.