Arizona Nursing Care Institution Administrators (NCIA) Practice Exam

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• What does the term 'quality management program' aim to improve?
• Can a resident receive assistance from a nutrition and feeding assistant if they have difficulty swallowing?
• How many points does Administration account for in the Quality Rating?
• Which type of drugs must a facility ensure that residents are free from?
• A facility receives a quality rating of "B" when it scores what range on their compliance inspection?
• What is the role of a case manager in a health care institution?
• Which responsibility is NOT typically included for the medical director?
• What are the standards called that provide the framework for the organization and self-governance of the medical staff?
• What must be developed with the resident or representative prior to discharge?
• Which type of medication primarily affects brain function and is provided for behavioral health issues?
• What type of information is provided as Follow-Up Instructions in a health care setting?
• How many years must medical records for minors be kept after they turn 18 or after discharge?
• Who is responsible for reviewing food menus to ensure they meet residents' nutritional needs?
• A facility must transfer all money from a resident's personal account in excess of how much to an interest-bearing account?
• What type of plan is crucial for ensuring safety protocols in a facility?
• A swimming pool enclosure must have what type of gate?
• What type of services are provided by a licensed health care institution to offer relief to operators of foster homes?
• Who is authorized to complete the medical history and physical exam?
• What is the purpose of a diagnostic procedure?
• Which of the following terms describes ongoing activities designed to enhance healthcare delivery?
• Which program is focused on improving the delivery of medical and health-related services in a healthcare institution?
• Which direction must a swimming pool enclosure gate open?
• How quickly must personnel records be provided to DHS upon request?
• Which item is NOT required in a resident's medical record?
• The DON may not provide direct care to residents if the daily census of the facility is what number or more?
• What must a facility do when residents need assistance with eating?
• Upon passing inspections, facilities are rated based on which system?
• Which aspect is crucial in maintaining sanitation with regard to pets in the facility?
• What is an indicator of facility compliance during inspections?
• One of the criteria in the Nursing Services portion of the quality rating ensures residents are provided nursing services to maintain their what?
• What term describes the programs and services provided to individuals who are unable to recognize danger or express their needs?
• Residents have the right to receive a referral to another health care institution when:
• What do nursing services primarily involve?
• What is the primary goal of therapeutic diets?
• According to resident rights, what should residents have the right to refuse?
• Residents have the right to receive treatment that supports their:
• Residents have the right to be treated with which of the following?
• What defines a dialysis station?
• How must pets allowed in the facility be licensed?
• Baseline screening for tuberculosis (TB) must be performed for whom?
• What is the term for a documented description of services expected to be provided to a resident based on a comprehensive assessment?
• What must a report from the quality assurance committee include?
• What are ancillary services?
• What does the term 'restraint' refer to in a healthcare context?
• How long must documentation of equipment testing, calibration, and repair be maintained?
• What evaluation must be performed for pain medication administered on a PRN basis?
• What type of food substitution should be provided for residents who refuse the food served?
• What is a criterion related to compliance inspections in the Administration portion of the quality rating?
• What timeframe is designated for reviewing medical records after a request?
• How soon can a resident or representative review the resident's medical records after making a request?
• Which of the following is a right of the residents regarding their treatment?
• In a healthcare setting, what is the role of a registered dietitian?
• What is the maximum time allowed between the evening meal and breakfast?
• By when must a medical history and physical exam be completed?
• Under what condition can a resident receive assistance from a nutrition and feeding assistant?
• How long must documentation from an abuse investigation be maintained?
• Which of the following best describes the role of the governing body in a nursing care institution?
• Which of the following services must residents receive assistance in obtaining?
• What must be included in discharge planning for residents in a nursing facility?
• Where must a health care institution license issued by DHS be posted?
• What is a 'Time-Out' in a health care setting?
• What term describes an unexpected occurrence that harms a patient while receiving health care services?
• How many days before the anticipated date of operation must an application for licensure be submitted?
• What is the medical procedure that involves removing wastes and excess fluids from a patient's blood called?
• What type of license is issued to operate a healthcare institution until an initial inspection?
• What must be obtained from the resident or representative for a petty cash transaction?
• Which term refers to services provided to residents that include medical and social services?
• Transportation services in a nursing facility fall under which category of services?
• What does neglect refer to in the context of vulnerable adults?
• What type of education involves providing information related to physical or behavioral health services?
• Which component is part of a quality management program in a care facility?
• How soon can a resident or representative review the resident's financial records after making a request?
• Under what condition can an administrator be appointed to two facilities?
• What does the term 'Isolation' primarily refer to in a health care context?
• What is the term for an apparatus that uses semi-permeable membranes to filter wastes from blood?
• How frequently must garbage and refuse be removed from the premises?
• What is the time frame within which an administrator must initiate an investigation after documenting suspected abuse?
• What does the term 'immediate' imply in medical contexts?
• Who is primarily responsible for coordinating medical services in a health care institution?
• Where should the facility post its planned menus?
• What term refers to individuals who are provided services that protect and prevent risks related to health care?
• Which of the following is NOT a reason for discrimination mentioned?
• The quality management program plan must also include the frequency of what?
• Which of the following is a key component of behavioral care?
• What does clinical laboratory services involve?
• What is an order in a healthcare context?
• How should food service quality be assessed in a facility?
• What does the term 'disaster' refer to in a healthcare setting?
• Who can residents share a room with?
• What does an initial assessment conducted by a registered nurse ensure?
• How long must the documentation of the disaster plan review be maintained?
• What must be included in the documentation of a resident’s transfer or discharge?
• What is the primary goal of Infection Control in a health care setting?
• What does a consultation involve in a health care setting?
• What is the timeline for implementing an infection control system in a facility?
• Within how many days must DHS be notified of any change in a controlling person?
• Which aspect of resident rights ensures confidentiality in care?
• What is an essential component of Informed Consent?
• What is meant by 'documentation' in a healthcare context?
• What is the term for services related to general supervision and personal care that do not include medical treatment?
• Individuals must have documentation of a negative TB skin test within how many months prior to employment or admission?
• How frequently should handwashing be done according to infection control guidelines?
• One criterion in the Nursing Services portion of the quality rating ensures the resident’s representative and attending physician are notified if the resident experiences what?
• What essential service must facilities ensure according to the quality rating's Nursing Services criterion?
• What is one of the exceptions for the 30-day written notice during a transfer or discharge?
• What is a core component of telemedicine services in nursing facilities?
• What is a discharge summary?
• What must be included in a resident's medical record?
• What is the maximum number of residents a nurse can be responsible for providing direct care to?
• What does 'Transfer' refer to in a healthcare context?
• Which rights do residents have regarding abuse and neglect?
• Where must the latch on a swimming pool enclosure gate be located?
• What is defined as the involuntary solitary confinement of a patient?
• What defines the expected services to be provided to a patient?
• What criterion allows the QAA Committee to establish written guidelines for therapeutic substitutions?
• How many hours of continuing education must administrators complete every 2 years?
• What policy must a facility inform the resident or representative about prior to admission?
• Which activities are classified under Environmental Services in a health care institution?
• How frequently must the comprehensive care plan be reviewed?
• What does the baseline screening for tuberculosis consist of?
• What is the term for directly overseeing and inspecting an activity?
• Which type of care includes crisis intervention and assistance with medications?
• What is the term for the process of preparing, serving, and cleaning up food in a health care institution?
• What process involves establishing goals for a patient in preparation for discharge?
• Who may participate in the development of a resident's treatment decisions?
• Care plans must be developed, documented, and implemented within how many calendar days after completing the comprehensive assessment?
• Food Services accounts for how many points of the Quality Rating?
• What is the first immediate action an administrator should take if abuse, neglect, or exploitation is suspected in a facility?
• What does a facility implement to address abuse and misappropriation of resident property?
• Residents must be informed of the policies regarding which specific aspect of care?
• What services must facilities provide based on comprehensive resident assessments?
• What should documentation of the disaster plan review include?
• What is the outcome of a comprehensive assessment for residents in a nursing care institution?
• A resident room must contain a closet with what features to ensure accessibility?
• What must administrators display in a conspicuous location in the facility?
• Which of the following best describes 'discharge planning'?
• What should residents be able to do regarding their own medical treatment?
• Which professionals can be classified as Medical Practitioners?
• What is the purpose of an Acuity Plan?
• What information must be documented about nursing personnel present on the premises each day?
• What must be controlled to prevent pets from endangering residents?
• Prior to admitting a patient, facilities must provide them with a copy of what?
• A condition where a patient may suffer physical injury is identified as what?
• What can happen if a facility violates regulations regarding patient safety?
• What must be done with a swimming pool enclosure gate when the pool is not in use?
• What is defined as a health care institution organized exclusively for charitable purposes?
• When must an employee's skills and knowledge be verified and documented?
• What should the general policies and procedures include regarding employee complaints?
• What is the primary focus of meals served to residents in a nursing care facility?
• What is the maximum distance between two facilities where one administrator can be appointed?
• What are benzodiazepines commonly used for?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the 5 criteria included in a facility's quality rating?
• What is a primary purpose of medical staff bylaws?
• What does the term 'Secured' refer to in the context of a nursing care institution?
• Which document serves to update a patient's condition following a medical examination?
• What safety device must be available and accessible in a pool area?
• Who is recognized by the American Dietetic Association's Commission on Dietetic Registration?
• Under what circumstances should employees clean their hands?
• What can residents choose according to their interests?
• What type of environment must be maintained in a facility according to the quality rating criteria?
• What type of document details the resident's medical and treatment history?
• What type of license permits an institution to operate while not complying with applicable laws?
• In the Environment and Infection Control portion of the quality rating, what is a condition the facility must avoid?
• What does the abbreviation PRN stand for in medical terminology?
• What is the process of dialysis?
• What is classified as a common area in a health care institution?
• What type of openings must a swimming pool enclosure not have?
• What is the goal of Isolation during the communicable period?
• In what manner must a facility inform residents of changes according to their rights?
• Which of the following areas is covered within the general policies and procedures?
• What does "substantial compliance" indicate regarding health care institution inspections?
• Which services offer assistance that can be performed by non-professionals but may require some professional coordination?
• How many hours a day must nursing services be provided in a nursing care institution?
• What must be done for medical services that require attention before the next business day?
• For how long must infection control documentation be maintained?
• Which of the following statements is true regarding the disaster plan?
• The quality management program plan must include a method to evaluate what in relation to resident care service delivery?
• How frequently must the governing body review and evaluate the effectiveness of the quality management program?
• If an administrator does not complete their continuing education on time, what is the grace period to finish?
• What term refers to the action of systematically checking on a specific condition or situation?
• What defines an Unnecessary Drug in the context of medication administration?
• What should not be done to an entry in a resident's medical record?
• When can a resident or representative obtain a copy of the resident's financial records and medical record after a request?
• What action must a facility take to ensure resident participation?
• True or False: Facilities must post a notice identifying where inspection reports are located.
• Which of the following actions best illustrates the purpose of disinfecting?
• Which documentation is essential for a resident's discharge plan?
• The term 'hazard' in healthcare context most closely relates to which of the following?
• Can a facility be denied a license due to previous actions of its governing body members or stockholders?
• What is the maximum number of days before operation that a nursing facility can submit its application for licensure?
• Why is it important for a facility to meet the nutritional needs of residents?
• What is the timeframe to request a hearing after a DHS order to restrict admissions?
• When does an administrator's license expire?
• What is a key requirement in the Administration portion of the quality rating related to employee education?
• Where must garbage and refuse be stored in areas used for food services?
• What is crucial in the admission process of residents in nursing facilities?
• What information must be provided to the receiving health care institution during the transfer process?
• Which type of harm includes demeaning remarks or verbal harassment?
• How soon must a new hire apply for a fingerprint clearance card if they do not already possess one?
• Who is required to provide evidence of continuing education?
• Why is it important for food menus to be posted in a conspicuous place?
• A resident room must have a window to the outside with what feature for managing light and visual privacy?
• A swimming pool enclosure must not be made out of which material?
• How often must comprehensive care plans be updated?
• What method must the quality management program plan include for the evaluation of services provided to residents?
• What is the primary responsibility of the Director of Nursing (DON)?
• What must a physician's admitting order include for a resident?
• How often must an evacuation drill be completed?
• If a swimming pool is located on the premises, at least 1 individual with what certification must be present in the pool area when a resident is in the pool area?
• Which document is essential for protecting the health and safety of residents in a facility?
• According to the quality rating criteria, what action is essential for infection prevention?
• Which of the following describes a method used to enhance patient care?
• At what point must soiled linen and clothing be bagged?
• When should handwashing be performed according to infection control procedures?
• A quality rating of "C" is assigned to a facility that achieves what score range?
• Which of the following describes a medication error?
• If a swimming pool is located on the premises, what is the minimum height of the enclosure required?
• What is the primary goal of infection control policies and procedures?
• What is the maximum time allowed for documentation requested by DHS to be provided?
• What should policies and procedures for resident rights include?
• What is typically included in the assistance with the self-administration of medication?
• Who is responsible for ensuring that policies and procedures protect the residents’ health and safety?
• What role does a patient assessment serve in determining care?
• What is the process that involves the acquisition and delivery of health-related data to determine the need for medical services?
• What type of services should be covered in the assistance provided to residents?
• When 2 or more residents are in the pool area, how many employees must be present according to the regulations?
• Self-injury requiring immediate EMS intervention must be reported within what time frame?
• What crucial aspect of the resident's behavior must be assessed before care?
• Which of the following is NOT a requirement to be included in the discharge summary?
• How often must the disaster plan be reviewed?
• What does the 'scope of services' refer to in a healthcare institution?
• What must the registered dietitian document after reviewing food menus?
• Which of the following categories does NOT contribute to the criterion of Nursing Services?
• Which Life Safety Code must healthcare institutions comply with?
• A comprehensive assessment must be completed within how many calendar days after admission?
• What is the significance of ancillary services in patient care?
• Which of the following is NOT a consideration when assessing risk of exposure to TB?
• What type of care is provided to individuals needing continuous nursing services?
• What program must a facility establish and maintain according to the Environment and Infection Control criteria?
• What is a potential reason a facility may need to alter its planned menu?
• For how long must food menus be maintained?
• Who is ultimately responsible for ensuring that an unnecessary drug is not administered to a resident?
• How many days in advance must a written notice of a change of ownership be submitted?
• Which of the following roles must not be taken on by the Director of Nursing regularly?
• What should the written follow-up instructions include?
• What health documentation is required to be maintained by a facility for staff and residents?
• What encompasses treatments designed to cure, improve, or palliate medical conditions?
• When is informed consent required in a nursing care setting?
• What type of diet is specifically ordered for a patient's health needs?
• What does general consent refer to in a healthcare context?
• How soon must a nurse notify a resident's physician and representative if the resident is injured?
• Infection control policies must include restrictions on work for employees with which condition?
• How many points does the quality rating attribute to Food Services?
• How many hours define full-time status in terms of consecutive calendar days?
• What is a key component of supervisory care services?
• How must an entry in a resident's medical record be characterized?
• How long must work schedules be maintained after the date of the last schedule?
• Which role does the registered dietitian NOT perform in the context of food menus?
• A patient with a documented life expectancy of 6 months or less is considered to be in which phase of care?
• How often must a pharmacist review a resident's medications?
• What is required for effective monitoring of nursing services in an institution?
• Which of the following describes behavioral health services?
• After reporting suspected abuse, what action must the administrator take next?
• What term describes a resident's optimal level of functioning based on their current status and potential for improvement?
• How soon after admission must residents have documented evidence of freedom from TB?
• Which document addresses misappropriation of resident property?
• What does the abbreviation QAA stand for in the context of nursing care administration?
• When must personal protective equipment (PPE) be used according to infection control policies?
• In what scenario should a nutrition and feeding assistant NOT provide assistance?
• Which term refers to licensed space not designated as patient bedrooms in a healthcare facility?
• How many points does Nursing Services account for in the Quality Rating?
• In what manner must complaints against administrators be submitted?
• What quality rating is issued if a facility achieves a score of 90 - 100 points on their compliance inspection?
• What is the minimum age required for a nutrition and feeding assistant?
• What is one of the roles of the medical director regarding attending physicians?
• Which right allows residents to feel empowered and valued while receiving care?
• What information is NOT required to be included in the documentation of an evacuation drill?
• What action should be taken regarding pets if they pose a risk to residents?
• Which of the following is a criterion in the Nursing Services portion of the quality rating concerning resident safety?
• What should be documented regarding the effect of the medication administered for pain?
• What is the purpose of an Interdisciplinary Team in health care?
• What kind of activities do residents or their family members engage in within a nursing care institution?
• Which factor is considered a significant change in the condition of a resident?
• During the transfer process, what must be communicated to the receiving institution?
• What does a resident's Total Health Condition encompass?
• What is the intention behind tapering medication?
• Under what condition must residents be transferred from the facility?
• Which criterion is evaluated based on the environment in a long-term care facility?
• What is the role of resident feedback in food service quality rating?
• What is the minimum education required for a social worker?
• What vaccination is required for dogs and cats allowed in the facility?
• What type of services are included in dialysis services?
• What is a key reason for removing garbage and refuse regularly?
• What term describes a patient's need for medical, nursing, or behavioral health services based on their condition?
• How many days must an administrator provide written notice to the Board after being appointed or terminating their appointment?
• What should a documented agreement with the facility include prior to admission?
• What documentation is essential for vaccinations to be administered to residents?
• What processes must infection control policies include regarding medical equipment?
• How often must a facility assess its risk of exposure to TB?
• Which of the following is a type of health-related service?
• What aspect of food service is emphasized in quality ratings concerning residents?
• Which of the following is NOT a required training included in the administrator's responsibilities?
• Under what conditions may vaccinations for influenza and pneumonia be excluded for a resident?
• What type of services are referred to as Direct Care?
• The bottom rail of a pool enclosure should meet regulations by being no higher than what height?
• What best describes 'monitoring' in healthcare?
• In healthcare, what is considered as 'documentation'?
• What term describes a medication that affects the central nervous system and is used to address behavioral health issues?
• As a result of the identification of a concern, the quality management program plan must include a method to do what?
• What is the main objective of a patient assessment in a healthcare institution?
• Which condition might qualify as a behavioral health issue?
• Who is responsible for implementing the directions of a governing authority in a health care institution?
• What must be documented when administering psychotropic medication on a PRN basis?
• What right does a resident or representative have concerning treatment decisions in a facility?
• If an administrator’s fingerprint clearance card is renewed, what must they do?
• What must an employee coordinate during the transfer process?
• Who is authorized to make an entry in a resident's medical record?
• What should be included in the process for resident rights?
• What is the next step an administrator must take after stopping suspected abuse?
• Which of the following is essential for effective infection control in a nursing facility?
• What does the facility need to comply with in the Food Services portion of the quality rating?
• What is the time frame for reporting a resident's death to DHS?
• If an order is given verbally, what is required for it to be valid?
• What is the purpose of providing assistance from a family member or representative to a resident?
• Residents have the right to participate in which types of activities?
• How long must a nursing facility retain medical records for each patient after discharge?
• What must an employee do if they have a 6-month or longer gap in their employment record?
• What does providing assistance with eating establish for residents?
• How many credit hours of continuing education must administrators complete during the initial licensing period?
• What type of program must the governing body adopt?
• Which practice is essential for minimizing infection risks in healthcare settings?
• Documentation of nursing staff presence is required daily to ensure compliance with what?
• Which type of services aims to assist residents in maintaining or improving their capabilities?
• How many meals must residents be provided each day?
• A physical exam must be performed on a resident at least once every how many months?
• Which program is designed to minimize the risks posed by insects and vermin in healthcare settings?
• What type of services includes assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs)?
• What aspect of care must be identified to ensure residents receive the appropriate services?
• How far in advance must food menus be prepared?
• What is a condition for obtaining a provisional license for a healthcare institution?
• If DHS believes patient safety is compromised, what action might they take?
• What describes limited behavioral health services for patients primarily needing physical health services?
• What practice is essential for ensuring the safety and well-being of a resident in a care facility?
• What consequence can result from a violation of ARS Title 36 Ch. 4 Article 6?
• What is a common outcome of neglect in a healthcare setting?
• Resident Rights accounts for how many points of the Quality Rating?
• What is a requirement for an administrator's license renewal?
• An application for a substantial compliance survey for initial licensure must be submitted at least how many days prior to the requested survey date?
• What is one requirement for participants in an evacuation drill?
• Corridors must be equipped with handrails on which side that are firmly attached to the walls?
• Which aspect is NOT part of a disaster drill documentation?
• What does an administrator possess to manage the facility effectively?
• Soiled linen and clothing must be collected in a way that?
• What is the administrator directly accountable for to the governing body?
• What is the documented termination of services to a patient called?
• When should employees be oriented to the disaster plan in the facility?
• When must substitutions to the food menu be included?
• How frequently must training related to recognizing the signs and symptoms of TB be provided?
• What is essential for a patient documented as end-of-life?
• What type of medication is known for its sleep-inducing and muscle-relaxing properties?
• What type of waste must infection control policies and procedures address in their training?
• What is the minimum temperature range that heating and cooling systems must maintain in the facility?
• Who holds the ultimate responsibility and authority for the conduct of a health care institution?
• What is the required number of qualified employees present in a facility?
• What term describes an immediate threat to the life or health of a patient?
• Within what time frame must an individual file a complaint against an administrator’s license?
• What is a situation where a patient must be monitored closely after a significant change?
• What type of consent is necessary for personal account transactions for residents?
• Infection control policies should address which of the following regarding employee training?
• What is the process of restricting a patient's access to their medication as ordered by a medical practitioner called?
• What must be conducted prior to a transfer of a resident?
• Which of the following actions is required if a complaint is filed?
• Documentation regarding the nursing staff must include what specific information about their work hours?
• The location of a window in a resident room must permit a resident to see outside from which position?
• What is the priority in managing sudden, intense, or out-of-control behavior of residents?
• In terms of planning food services, what is crucial for meeting residents' needs?
• What key information must a discharge summary include?
• What is one of the key components of a comprehensive assessment for nursing care services?
• What is the main focus of the Food Services quality rating criteria?
• What comprises contracted services in a health care institution?
• What is the initial information provided to a new individual beginning work at a healthcare institution called?
• What must a facility ensure regarding restraints used on residents?
• What does the process of disinfecting involve?
• Is a new comprehensive assessment required for a resident who is hospitalized and subsequently readmitted if there is no significant change in condition?
• What are considered Activities of Daily Living?
• Policies and procedures for a petty cash fund must include what specific information?
• What does an Interdisciplinary Team typically consist of?
• What is the role of an employee during the transfer process?
• Which of the following must be included in a personnel record?
• What type of coverage must be disclosed to a resident or representative before admission?
• Which type of institution provides nursing services but does not require daily care from a physician?
• What is the primary purpose of rehabilitation services?
• What must an employee explain during the transfer process?
• How long must personnel records be maintained after the last date of employment?
• What does full-time work status generally require in healthcare institutions?
• Residents have the right to refuse participation in what type of treatment?
• Which of the following changes must be reported to the Department of Health Services (DHS)?
• What must the governing body of a nursing care institution be responsible for?
• Medical records for adult patients must be retained for how long after discharge?
• When must policies and procedures be updated?
• A resident must be informed of the facility's policies on which topic?
• What is a behavioral health issue?
• What is addressed by a facility’s quality management program regarding complaints?
• What is an adverse reaction in a healthcare context?
• Is it permissible for a nutrition and feeding assistant to assist residents who have had recurrent lung aspirations?
• Infection control policies must include training in which of the following?
• How long do administrators have to apply to set aside an admission by default?
• If a resident room contains more than 1 bed, what is required for privacy?
• How frequently must a disaster drill be conducted?
• What are medically necessary unplanned health care services called?
• Which of the following is NOT a condition for receiving assistance from a nutrition and feeding assistant?
• What type of food must be included in a bedtime snack to extend meal time?
• What is the role of a Resident Group in a nursing care institution?
• When can a facility substitute a listed menu item?
• When a change of ownership occurs, how many days notice must be provided in writing?
• A facility's quality rating remains in effect until which event occurs?
• What information should be communicated regarding the facility's services?
• What are the requirements for the Director of Nursing (DON)?
• Before making a change in a resident's room or roommate assignment, what must the facility do?
• What is NOT permitted as a material for a swimming pool enclosure?
• What is the maximum civil penalty for each violation of ARS Title 36?
• How many days in advance must a resident be informed in writing of a change in rates and charges?
• Which document outlines the policies regarding a resident's rights and complaint submission?
• Which services pertain to medical care performed at the direction of a physician?
• Which of the following is NOT typically included in Environmental Services?
• What is documented in a progress note by healthcare staff?
• What term is used to describe a noticeable change in a patient's condition that may require adjustments in their care?
• Why is a 30-day written notice required before discharging a resident for failure to pay?
• Which feature is essential for safety in a swimming pool enclosure?
• What is the minimum number of points necessary to achieve a quality rating above "D"?
• The report submitted to the governing body by the quality assurance committee must be maintained for how long?
• What does good faith efforts in healthcare hiring relate to?
• During the transfer process, what documentation must be present in the medical record?
• Soiled linen and clothing should be maintained how?
• Who is responsible for the nursing services provided in a nursing care institution?
• What is a key factor in the quality rating of food services in a nursing care institution?
• When must a facility return all money in the resident's personal account and a final accounting to the resident or representative?
• What type of authority oversees the management and operation of a health care institution?
• What circumstances require a nurse to notify a physician within 24 hours?
• What is the purpose of a drill in a healthcare setting?
• In which scenario is general consent particularly important?
• Which of the following correctly describes an action prior to administering a medication?
• Why is documentation of evacuation drills important?
• How many nurses must be on the premises to provide direct care for residents?
• What does an Interval Note document in a patient's medical record?
• What is the term for the total number of persons a health care institution is authorized to serve for more than 24 hours?
• When must food menus be posted?
• Which service includes the administration of medications by a licensed nurse?
• Which services can be performed by individuals without professional skills and may include coordination of nursing services?
• Which professional is responsible for authenticating an order?
• For how long must daily nursing staffing reports be maintained?
• On what condition may residents be admitted to the facility?
• What must be documented for every medication administered to a resident?
• What does a discharge summary typically include?
• What must the DON ensure is established and documented for nursing services?
• Residents may retain personal possessions as long as:
• What aspect of environmental control relates to injury prevention in a facility?
• What is an indicated measure for food safety compliance in a nursing care facility?
• What is required of owners regarding previous employers during the hiring process?
• Residents have the right to NOT be subjected to which of the following?
• What process involves advising a patient about treatment options and obtaining authorization?
• What must be documented in the resident's medical record when a change is made?
• A swimming pool enclosure must have no vertical openings greater than what size?
• When determining what actions to take against a facility licensee, DHS considers which element?
• What type of event does a 'drill' simulate in healthcare?
• Which system should a facility implement to prevent and control health risks?
• Who must authenticate the discharge summary before a resident is discharged?
• A personal account statement detailing account transactions must be provided to the resident or representative upon request and at least every how many months?
• Which of the following is considered abuse in a care setting?