Deck 53: Assisted Living

Question 1

Bathrooms in assisted living units must have which of the following?

A) A telephone
B) A bathtub
C) Grab bars
D) A linen closet

Answer 1

Grab bars

Question 2

Assisted living offers a setting that:

A) Has a swimming pool,sauna,and golf course
B) Provides independence and companionship
C) Is resort-like
D) Provides therapies and nursing service

Answer 2

Provides independence and companionship

Question 3

Assisted living units must have which of the following?

A) A television
B) A private room
C) A private dining room
D) A window or door that provides natural light

Answer 3

A window or door that provides natural light

Question 4

ALRs usually require that residents

A) Be able to dress themselves
B) Be able to eat without help
C) Be mobile
D) Have transportation

Question 5

Which statement about the person's service plan is correct?

A) It is reviewed annually.
B) It is written by the person's doctor.
C) Services are added or reduced as the person's needs change.
D) The social worker decides what is included on the person's service plan.

Question 6

ALRs usually offer:

A) 24-hour supervision and security.
B) Physical and occupational therapy
C) Home health care
D) Skilled nursing and rehabilitation

Question 7

Which statement about assisted living residences (ALRs)is correct?

A) Clean and soiled linens are stored in the same area.
B) Pets and animals are allowed as long as they stay in the resident's room.
C) Oxygen is stored according to the manufacturer's instructions.
D) Residents have access to a first aid kit.

Question 8

Assisted living caregivers need training in the following areas?

A) Ethics and confidentiality
B) Oxygen therapy
C) How to obtain vital signs
D) Using care plans

Question 9

Assisted-living residents receive:

A) 1 meal a day
B) 1 meal a day and snacks
C) 2 meals a day
D) 3 meals a day and snacks

Question 10

The following occur in an assisted living residence (ALR).Which is unsafe?

A) Garbage is stored in covered containers.
B) The hot water temperature is 130° F.
C) Hazardous substances are stored in locked areas.
D) Soiled linen and clothing are stored away from food areas.

Question 11

Which statement about meals is correct?

A) There are assigned seats for the residents who eat in the dining room.
B) Assistance is given with eating as needed.
C) Menus are not available.
D) Residents are required to eat in the dining room.

Question 12

Assisted living units must have which of the following?

A) An emergency communication system
B) A bathroom for each person
C) Individual kitchen area
D) A television

Question 13

Assisted living caregivers need training in which of the following areas?

A) Fire emergency and disaster procedures
B) Catheter care and tube feedings
C) Cooking the resident's food
D) How to make a bed

Question 14

How often should you dust furniture?

A) Every day
B) At least weekly
C) Twice a month
D) Every month

Question 15

Which of the following appliances for food must be included in assisted living units?

A) Dishwasher
B) Blender
C) Microwave oven
D) Storage for food and cooking items

Question 16

Which lists the services needed by the person?

A) Care plan
B) Service plan
C) Medication record
D) Medical record

Question 17

How often should you vacuum floors?

A) Every day
B) At least weekly
C) Twice a month
D) Every month

Question 18

Which statement about assisted living is correct?

A) All medical care is provided.
B) They do not permit residents who are cognitively impaired.
C) 24-hour supervision is provided.
D) One meal a day is provided.

Question 19

Some people choose assisted living because they:

A) Need nursing center care
B) Need medical care
C) Need help with self-care
D) Need skilled nursing care

Question 20

An assisted living residence (ALR)admits persons with Alzheimer's disease.The ALR must:

A) Provide skilled nursing care
B) Allow the person access to leave the building in an emergency
C) Provide each person with a 24-hour attendant
D) Keep the facility locked

Question 21

A resident needs help taking drugs.State laws usually allow you to do which of the following?

A) Read the drug label to the person.
B) Explain to the person what the purpose of each drug is.
C) Cut the drugs in half.
D) Give the drugs.

Question 22

A resident spills coffee.When should you wipe up the spill?

A) When the person is done eating
B) Right away
C) When you clear the table
D) When the room is empty

Question 23

How should you dry eating and cooking utensils?

A) With a towel
B) In a dishwasher
C) Lay them out on a counter
D) Let them air dry in a drainer

Question 24

Which statement about leftover food is correct?

A) It is placed in aluminum foil and stored at the person's bedside.
B) Containers with leftover food are dated.
C) The food is cooled before being refrigerated.
D) Leftover food is used within 5 or 6 days.

Question 25

You are using a dishwasher for eating and cooking utensils.Which is correct?

A) Dishwasher soap is not used as it is too harsh; instead,regular hand soap is used.
B) They are rinsed before loading them into the dishwasher.
C) Cast iron and wood items are put in the dishwasher.
D) Pots and pans are not washed; rather,they are wiped out.

Question 26

Which of the following prevents damage to laundry?

A) Wearing gloves
B) Emptying pockets
C) Leaving closures unfastened
D) Using the high heat drying cycle to decrease the amount of time it takes

Question 27

You are washing eating and cooking utensils.Which do you wash first?

A) Pots and pans
B) Silverware
C) Glasses
D) Plates and bowls

Question 28

The person's shower is cleaned:

A) After each use
B) Every day
C) Every week
D) Every month

Question 29

To protect garments from damage,you need to:

A) Wear gloves
B) Follow care label directions
C) Send them to the dry cleaners
D) Use the delicate cycle

Question 30

A person needs help taking drugs.State laws usually allow you to:

A) Give the drugs
B) Remind the person it is time to take the drug
C) Take the drug out of the container
D) Change the dosage of a drug

Question 31

Sinks are cleaned with:

A) Detergent and hot water
B) A wet sponge
C) A sink cleaner
D) Scouring powder

Question 32

Laundry is separated:

A) By color and fabric
B) By color only
C) By fabric only
D) As the person prefers

Question 33

The six rights of drug administration include the right drug,the right person,and the right documentation.What are the other rights?

A) The right dose,route,and time
B) The right to refuse,to choose,and select site
C) The right site,form,and method
D) The right color,day,and food or drink

Question 34

A resident says,"I usually take this pill after lunch.I've not eaten yet." What should you do?

A) Let the person take the drug when she is ready.
B) Check with the nurse.
C) Remind the person that it is time to take the drug.
D) Check the dosage.

Question 35

The bathroom wastebasket is emptied:

A) Every shift
B) Every day
C) Every 2 days
D) Every week

Question 36

When handling meat and poultry,you need to follow:

A) Care labels
B) Safe handling instructions
C) Standard Precautions
D) The Bloodborne Pathogen Standard

Question 37

Bathroom surfaces are cleaned:

A) Every day
B) Every week
C) Twice a month
D) Every month

Question 38

You are assisting with laundry.A garment is heavily soiled.Which is correct?

A) Wear gloves and wash it separately.
B) Check into dry cleaning.
C) Give the item to the family.
D) Follow detergent instructions.

Question 39

Which is used to remove grease spills and splashes?

A) Powdered cleanser and hot water
B) A wet sponge
C) A liquid surface cleaner
D) Scouring powder

Question 40

Leftover food and soiled supplies are disposed of:

A) Once a day
B) After each meal
C) Weekly
D) Every shift

Question 41

Which is a drug error?

A) Taking the drug 10 minutes early
B) Taking the right drug
C) Taking a drug at the time ordered
D) Taking a drug by the wrong route

Question 42

A medication record includes which of the following?

A) Drug name,dose,directions,and route of administration
B) Potential food and drug interactions
C) What type of food to administer the drug with
D) Incident reports about drug errors

Question 43

The ALR stores a resident's drugs.Where are the person's drugs kept?

A) In the refrigerator
B) In the person's drawer
C) In the person's closet or dresser
D) In a locked container,cabinet,or area

Question 44

Reasons for transfer,discharge,or eviction include which of the following?

A) The person is rude and unkind.
B) The person prefers his bath on a different day.
C) The ALR cannot meet the person's health needs.
D) The person sleeps a lot.

Question 45

Assisted-living residents have the right to smoke anywhere in the building.

Question 46

Criminal background and fingerprint checks are common staff requirements.

Question 47

Pill organizers can be prepared by nursing assistants.

Question 48

Which statement about drug errors is correct?

A) An error occurs if the person takes the wrong drug.
B) An error occurs if the person takes a drug 5 minutes later than the scheduled time.
C) You should report any drug error that harmed the person to the nurse.
D) You need to complete an incident report only if the error caused harm.

Question 49

To leave the building in an emergency,a resident requires an attendant.Which is correct?

A) The attendant is called when an emergency occurs.
B) The attendant is needed 24 hours a day.
C) The attendant is needed only at night.
D) The person will be discharged from the ALR.

Question 50

Who plans,organizes,and conducts activity programs?

A) The nurse
B) Resident groups
C) An activities director
D) The family

Question 51

Assisted-living residents have the right to which of the following?

A) Choice of their roommate
B) Take part in developing the plan for care and services
C) Around-the-clock nursing care
D) Skilled nursing care

Question 52

The ALR has procedures in place for disposing of expired drugs.