CALA Regulatory Compliance 2

Question 1

Under federal law, which document must be provided to assisted living residents that outlines their rights regarding personal funds?

Accepted Answer

Written Notice of Resident Rights

Answer

Federal and state regulations require that residents receive a written notice of their rights, including rights related to management of personal funds.

Question 2

An assisted living facility discovers a staff member has been accessing residents' medical records without a care-related reason. Under HIPAA, the administrator should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Conduct an internal investigation and document findings

Answer

HIPAA requires covered entities to investigate potential breaches before determining next steps including notification timelines.

Question 3

Which federal act prohibits discrimination in federally assisted housing programs and directly affects many assisted living facilities?

Accepted Answer

Fair Housing Act

Answer

The Fair Housing Act prohibits housing discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability.

Question 4

A state surveyor cites a deficiency in your facility's medication storage. What is the administrator's BEST immediate response?

Accepted Answer

Develop and submit a written Plan of Correction

Answer

Facilities must respond to survey deficiencies with a written Plan of Correction specifying corrective actions and timelines.

Question 5

Which standard addresses the requirement that assisted living facilities maintain accurate, complete, and timely resident care records?

Accepted Answer

State licensing documentation requirement

Answer

State licensing regulations specifically mandate the content, retention period, and timeliness of resident care documentation in assisted living.

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CALA Regulatory Compliance 2