CAVIT Direct Care Worker Fundamentals Practice Exam

What are activities of daily living (ADLs) primarily focused on?

1. Housekeeping and running errands

2. Physical exercises and social interactions

3. Assisting with transportation needs

4. Activities like shopping and cooking

The correct answer is: Housekeeping and running errands

Activities of daily living (ADLs) are primarily focused on the essential tasks that individuals need to perform on a daily basis to take care of themselves. These tasks typically include personal care activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, and mobility. The choice indicating housekeeping and running errands is not aligned with the primary focus of ADLs as these activities are more related to instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), which encompass tasks that support daily life, like managing a household or shopping. ADLs are crucial for assessing an individual’s ability to live independently. Understanding ADLs helps caregivers and healthcare professionals determine the level of assistance a person might need in their daily life. While running errands may be important for overall well-being, it does not constitute an ADL because it falls outside the core activities needed for basic self-care.