CCM Certified Case Manager (CCM) MCQ 5

Question 1

When conducting a functional assessment for a patient with multiple chronic conditions, the case manager should PRIMARILY evaluate:

Accepted Answer

Activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental ADLs, and cognitive status

Answer

Functional assessment in case management centers on ADLs, IADLs, and cognitive status to determine care needs and appropriate level of support.

Question 2

A patient declines a recommended surgery that the care team believes is necessary. The case manager's role is to:

Accepted Answer

Ensure the patient has received complete information, document the informed refusal, and continue supporting the patient's choices

Answer

Informed refusal must be documented after ensuring the patient understands consequences; case managers uphold patient autonomy while continuing to support.

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a catastrophic case management program?

Accepted Answer

To coordinate complex, high-cost care for individuals with severe injuries or illnesses such as spinal cord injury or traumatic brain injury

Answer

Catastrophic case management focuses on coordinating intensive, long-term services for patients with severe, complex, and high-cost conditions.

Question 4

A case manager documents that a patient is at high risk for falls at home. Which intervention is MOST appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Refer for a home safety evaluation and physical therapy for strength and balance training

Answer

A home safety evaluation combined with physical therapy addresses both environmental hazards and the patient's physical deficits contributing to fall risk.

Question 5

Which federal law prohibits discrimination in healthcare based on disability and requires reasonable accommodations?

Accepted Answer

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Answer

The ADA prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in healthcare settings and requires reasonable accommodations to ensure access.

CCM - Certified Case Manager Exam Practice Test

CCM - Certified Case Manager Exam Practice Test

CCM Certified Case Manager (CCM) MCQ 5