Needs Assessment and Care Planning Flashcards
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The initial activity assessment should be completed within how many days of a resident's admission to a nursing facility?
Answer: 14 days
CMS regulations require the comprehensive assessment, including activity needs, to be completed within 14 days of admission.
Which information source is MOST important when developing an individualized activity care plan?
Answer: Input from the resident and their family about preferences and life history
The resident and family are the primary sources of information about personal preferences, history, and what constitutes meaningful activity.
A care plan goal should include which of the following elements?
Answer: A measurable outcome, a time frame, and the responsible discipline
Effective care plan goals are measurable, time-bound, and specify which discipline is responsible for achieving the outcome.
When assessing a resident's leisure history, which question is most relevant?
Answer: What hobbies and activities did the resident enjoy before moving to the facility?
Understanding a resident's pre-admission hobbies and interests is fundamental to planning meaningful, individualized activities.
A resident with a new diagnosis of depression should have their activity care plan:
Answer: Reviewed and updated to address the emotional and social needs related to their depression
A significant change in condition, such as a new depression diagnosis, triggers a care plan review and update to address new needs.
Barriers to activity participation that should be identified in the assessment include:
Answer: Physical, cognitive, sensory, and psychosocial barriers
A comprehensive assessment identifies all potential barriers including physical, cognitive, sensory, language, and psychosocial factors.