ADC - Certified Activity Director Assessment and Care Planning Questions and Answers

Question 1

When developing an initial care plan for a new resident, which of the following is the MOST critical first step for an Activity Director?

Accepted Answer

Interviewing the resident and their family to understand past interests, preferences, and lifelong roles.

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Reviewing the resident's medical chart for diagnoses and physician's orders.

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Observing the resident's participation in a large group activity to gauge social skills.

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Administering a standardized cognitive screening tool to determine their functional level.

Question 2

A resident's care plan goal is to 'increase social interaction.' Which of the following interventions is the MOST measurable and effective?

Accepted Answer

Staff will invite and accompany the resident to one small group activity of their choice, three times per week, and document their level of engagement.

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Encourage resident to attend group activities.

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Provide a list of available daily activities.

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Seat the resident in the main activity room during programs.

Question 3

Which section of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) 3.0 is specifically designed to capture a resident's preferences for customary routines and activities, providing a key foundation for the activity care plan?

Accepted Answer

Section F: Preferences for Customary Routine and Activities

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Section C: Cognitive Patterns

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Section D: Mood

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Section E: Behavior

Question 4

An Activity Director is reviewing the assessment for a resident who has recently become withdrawn and is refusing to attend activities they previously enjoyed. Which of the following is the most appropriate next step?

Accepted Answer

Initiate a Care Area Assessment (CAA) to explore the underlying causes of the change.

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Assume the resident is tired and stop inviting them for a week.

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Document the refusals and change the care plan to 'prefers solitary activities.'

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Ask the Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to persuade the resident to attend.

Question 5

When creating a care plan, an Activity Director must ensure the goals are person-centered. Which of the following goals best reflects this principle?

Accepted Answer

Resident will listen to her favorite classical music using a personal listening device for 20 minutes daily to promote relaxation.

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Resident will attend two group activities per week.

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Resident will show improved mood as evidenced by staff observation.

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Resident will be offered a variety of activities to choose from.

Question 6

All of the following are essential components of a comprehensive activity assessment EXCEPT:

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The resident's complete financial history.

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Physical abilities and limitations.

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Cognitive function and communication skills.

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Past and present interests, hobbies, and lifestyle.