CRA ADL & Functional Assessment 2

Question 1

Which functional assessment tool uses a 7-level scale ranging from total assistance to complete independence?

Accepted Answer

Functional Independence Measure (FIM)

Answer

The FIM uses a 7-level scale (1=total assistance, 7=complete independence) to measure functional ability across 18 items.

Question 2

A resident who can dress independently but needs reminders to initiate the task would be classified as which level on the FIM?

Accepted Answer

Supervision

Answer

FIM Level 5 (Supervision) applies when a person needs only verbal cues, prompting, or reminders without physical assistance.

Question 3

When observing a resident's grooming ADL, a recreation aide notes the person brushes only one side of their hair. This may indicate:

Accepted Answer

Unilateral neglect

Answer

Unilateral neglect causes a person to ignore one side of their body, commonly seen after stroke, resulting in grooming only one side.

Question 4

The Barthel Index assesses all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Short-term memory

Answer

The Barthel Index measures physical ADLs including mobility and self-care but does not assess cognitive functions like short-term memory.

Question 5

A recreation aide should document functional observations using which type of language?

Accepted Answer

Objective, observable, measurable descriptions

Answer

Documentation must use objective, observable, and measurable language (e.g., 'resident walked 20 feet with a standard walker') rather than subjective interpretations.

(CRA) Certified Recreation Aide Practice Test

(CRA) Certified Recreation Aide Practice Test

CRA ADL & Functional Assessment 2