Senior Care Legal and Ethical Issues 2

Question 1

What is the role of a Long-Term Care Ombudsman in the US?

Accepted Answer

To advocate for the rights of residents in long-term care facilities and investigate complaints

Answer

The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program advocates for resident rights and investigates complaints about care in nursing and assisted living facilities.

Question 2

A do-not-resuscitate (DNR) order means:

Accepted Answer

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) should not be initiated if the resident's heart or breathing stops

Answer

A DNR order is a physician's order documenting the resident's wish not to receive CPR in the event of cardiac or respiratory arrest.

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of neglect in a senior care setting?

Accepted Answer

Failing to turn an immobile resident, resulting in the development of a pressure injury

Answer

Neglect occurs when a caregiver fails to provide essential care, such as repositioning, that results in preventable harm.

Question 4

What must a caregiver do if they witness a colleague abusing a resident?

Accepted Answer

Report the incident immediately to the supervisor and, if necessary, to the state abuse hotline

Answer

Caregivers are mandatory reporters of abuse and must immediately report witnessed abuse to the supervisor and appropriate authorities.

Question 5

Which document designates a trusted person to make health care decisions on behalf of someone who lacks capacity?

Accepted Answer

A durable power of attorney for health care (health care proxy)

Answer

A durable power of attorney for health care designates a health care proxy to make medical decisions when the person cannot.

Senior Care Practice Test