ACC Project Planning & Execution 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: When developing a needs assessment for a new activity program in a long-term care facility, which data source is MOST valuable?
- Facility budget reports
- Resident interest surveys and functional assessments (Correct answer)
- National recreation trend reports
- Staff scheduling availability
Correct answer: Resident interest surveys and functional assessments
Resident interest surveys and functional assessments provide person-centered data directly reflecting the population's abilities, preferences, and needs.
Question 2: A SMART goal for an activity program is best described as one that is:
- Simple, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Timely
- Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound (Correct answer)
- Structured, Manageable, Actionable, Reasonable, Tracked
- Systematic, Meaningful, Attainable, Reviewed, Targeted
Correct answer: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound
SMART goals are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound, providing a clear framework for program planning.
Question 3: Which tool is MOST useful for tracking task dependencies and timelines across a multi-week activity program launch?
- SWOT analysis
- Gantt chart (Correct answer)
- Needs assessment matrix
- Program evaluation rubric
Correct answer: Gantt chart
A Gantt chart visually maps tasks, durations, and dependencies over time, making it ideal for managing multi-week project timelines.
Question 4: During program planning, stakeholder buy-in is MOST critical from which group in a skilled nursing facility?
- Dietary staff only
- Interdisciplinary team including nursing, therapy, and social services (Correct answer)
- External community volunteers
- Insurance billing department
Correct answer: Interdisciplinary team including nursing, therapy, and social services
The interdisciplinary team ensures coordinated, resident-centered care; their buy-in directly impacts program integration and resident participation.
Question 5: An activity consultant notices that a planned gardening program cannot proceed because the outdoor space lacks accessibility features. This is BEST addressed during which planning phase?
- Program evaluation
- Post-program debriefing
- Environmental assessment and site planning (Correct answer)
- Staff training
Correct answer: Environmental assessment and site planning
Environmental assessment during site planning identifies accessibility barriers before implementation, preventing program disruptions.
Question 6: When setting priorities among multiple competing activity projects, an activity consultant should FIRST:
- Choose the least expensive option
- Align projects with the facility's mission and resident care goals (Correct answer)
- Select projects with the fastest setup time
- Defer all decisions to administration
Correct answer: Align projects with the facility's mission and resident care goals
Aligning projects with facility mission and resident care goals ensures resources are directed toward highest-impact programs.
Question 7: Which document formally authorizes the start of an activity project and outlines its scope, objectives, and stakeholders?
- Activity calendar
- Project charter (Correct answer)
- Budget ledger
- Volunteer agreement
Correct answer: Project charter
A project charter is the formal document that authorizes a project and defines its purpose, scope, goals, and key stakeholders.
ACC Project Planning & Execution 2
When developing a needs assessment for a new activity program in a long-term care facility, which data source is MOST valuable?