ANSA ANSA Physical Health & Functional Needs 2

Question 1

In the ANSA, what does a score of 3 on a physical health item indicate?

Accepted Answer

Immediate or intensive action required

Answer

A score of 3 on the ANSA indicates the need is of the highest severity and requires immediate or intensive intervention.

Question 2

Which ANSA domain best captures a client's need for assistance with bathing, dressing, or grooming due to a physical disability?

Accepted Answer

Self-Care/Daily Living

Answer

Self-Care/Daily Living in the ANSA addresses a client's ability to manage personal hygiene and basic activities of daily living.

Question 3

A client reports severe obesity that is untreated and significantly affecting their mobility. Which ANSA rating applies?

Accepted Answer

2

Answer

An untreated condition that significantly impacts functioning and requires an action plan is rated 2 on the ANSA.

Question 4

Why is it important to assess physical health alongside mental health in the ANSA framework?

Accepted Answer

Physical and mental health interact and both influence recovery

Answer

The ANSA recognizes that physical and mental health are interconnected, and addressing both improves overall recovery outcomes.

Question 5

A client has a recent cancer diagnosis that requires immediate oncology referral. What ANSA rating would this receive?

Accepted Answer

3

Answer

A newly diagnosed serious condition requiring immediate specialist referral warrants an ANSA rating of 3.

(ANSA) Adult Needs and Strengths Assessment Practice Test