RCFE Medication Management Procedures 2

Question 1

Under California Title 22, who is responsible for ensuring that medications are stored safely in an RCFE?

Accepted Answer

The licensed administrator

Answer

The licensed administrator is ultimately responsible for ensuring safe medication storage in compliance with Title 22 regulations.

Question 2

When a resident in an RCFE is prescribed a new controlled substance, what documentation is required before administering the first dose?

Accepted Answer

A written physician's order signed by the prescribing provider

Answer

A written, signed physician's order is required before a controlled substance can be administered to a resident.

Question 3

An RCFE resident refuses to take their prescribed medication. What is the correct staff response?

Accepted Answer

Document the refusal and notify the physician and responsible party

Answer

Resident refusal must be documented, and the physician and responsible party must be notified. Forcing medication or deceiving the resident violates resident rights.

Question 4

How often must an RCFE review and reconcile a resident's medication list with current physician orders?

Accepted Answer

At least every six months or when medications change

Answer

Medication reconciliation should occur at least every six months and whenever medications are added, changed, or discontinued.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a medication error that must be reported in an RCFE?

Accepted Answer

A resident receives another resident's prescription medication

Answer

Administering another resident's medication is a serious medication error requiring immediate reporting to the physician and documentation.

RCFE (Residential Care Facility for the Elderly) Practice Test

RCFE (Residential Care Facility for the Elderly) Practice Test

RCFE Medication Management Procedures 2