CRA ADL & Functional Assessment 3

Question 1

Which of the following is classified as an Instrumental Activity of Daily Living (IADL)?

Accepted Answer

Managing medications

Answer

IADLs are more complex tasks needed for independent community living, such as managing medications, finances, and transportation — unlike basic ADLs such as bathing or grooming.

Question 2

A resident with moderate dementia participates in a recreation program. Which approach best supports their functional participation?

Accepted Answer

Breaking the activity into small, sequential steps with verbal cues

Answer

Task segmentation with verbal cues helps people with dementia process information in manageable steps, supporting participation and preserving function.

Question 3

The term 'functional decline' in elderly residents most commonly refers to:

Accepted Answer

Loss of ability to perform ADLs or IADLs independently

Answer

Functional decline describes a measurable decrease in an individual's ability to independently perform daily living tasks, serving as a key health outcome indicator.

Question 4

When a recreation aide assists a resident with dressing, the BEST practice is to:

Accepted Answer

Encourage and support the resident to do as much as possible independently

Answer

Encouraging maximum resident participation preserves existing function, promotes dignity, and supports the restorative care philosophy.

Question 5

A resident who previously walked to the dining room independently now uses a wheelchair. A recreation aide should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Report the observed functional change to the supervising therapist or nurse

Answer

Newly observed functional changes must be reported promptly to the interdisciplinary team so appropriate assessment and intervention can occur.

(CRA) Certified Recreation Aide Practice Test

(CRA) Certified Recreation Aide Practice Test

CRA ADL & Functional Assessment 3