#1
What is a residential care facility?
A facility that offers long-term housing and support services for individuals who cannot live independently
ExplanationLong-term housing and support for dependent individuals.
#2
Which of the following is a client right in a residential care facility?
Right to privacy and confidentiality
ExplanationEnsuring privacy and confidentiality for clients.
#3
What is the purpose of a care plan in a residential care facility?
To document the resident's preferences and needs, as well as the care to be provided
ExplanationDocumenting resident's preferences and care needs.
#4
What is the role of a resident council in a residential care facility?
To represent the interests and concerns of residents
ExplanationRepresenting residents' interests and concerns.
#5
What does the term 'neglect' mean in the context of residential care facilities?
Failing to provide necessary care and services to residents
ExplanationFailing to provide necessary care and services.
#6
What is the primary role of an ombudsman in a residential care facility?
To advocate for residents' rights and resolve complaints
ExplanationAdvocating for residents' rights and resolving complaints.
#7
Which legislation protects the rights of residents in residential care facilities in the United States?
Older Americans Act (OAA)
ExplanationOlder Americans Act protects residents' rights.
#8
Which of the following is an example of a physical restraint in a residential care facility?
Tying a resident to a chair
ExplanationPhysically restraining a resident to a chair.
#9
What is the purpose of a grievance procedure in a residential care facility?
To address and resolve resident complaints
ExplanationAddressing and resolving resident complaints.
#10
What is the purpose of a resident's bill of rights in a residential care facility?
To outline residents' entitlements and protections
ExplanationOutlining residents' entitlements and protections.
#11
In a residential care facility, what does the term 'informed consent' mean?
Consent given after understanding the risks and benefits of a decision or treatment
ExplanationConsent after understanding risks and benefits.
#12
Which of the following is a potential consequence of violating a resident's rights in a residential care facility?
License revocation for the facility
ExplanationRevocation of facility's license.
#13
What is the role of a care manager in a residential care facility?
To coordinate and oversee the care provided to residents
ExplanationCoordinating and overseeing care for residents.
#14
What is the purpose of regular assessments in a residential care facility?
To evaluate residents' needs and adjust care plans accordingly
ExplanationEvaluating needs and adjusting care plans.
#15
What is the role of an advocate in a residential care facility?
To represent and support residents in exercising their rights
ExplanationRepresenting and supporting residents' rights.