RCFE - Residential Care Facility for the Elderly Facility Operations and Management 1

Question 1

Under California Title 22, an RCFE with 16 or more residents must meet which nighttime staffing requirement between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.?

Accepted Answer

At least one awake staff member must be on duty at all times

Answer

Title 22, Section 87411 requires that RCFEs with 16 or more residents have at least one awake staff member on duty during nighttime hours to ensure continuous supervision and the ability to respond to resident emergencies.

Question 2

How frequently must a California RCFE administrator renew their Administrator Certificate issued by CDSS?

Accepted Answer

Every two years, with 40 hours of continuing education

Answer

California law requires RCFE administrators to renew their certificate every two years and complete 40 hours of approved continuing education as a condition of renewal, ensuring administrators stay current with regulatory and care standards.

Question 3

Under Title 22, how often must an RCFE conduct fire and emergency evacuation drills?

Accepted Answer

Once every three months (quarterly)

Answer

Title 22, Section 87705 requires RCFEs to conduct fire and evacuation drills at least once every three months (four times per year) so that staff are practiced in evacuation procedures and residents can be safely and efficiently moved in an emergency.

Question 4

For how long must an RCFE retain the records of a resident after that resident is discharged or deceased?

Accepted Answer

Three years

Answer

Under Title 22, Section 87506, an RCFE must retain resident records for a minimum of three years following a resident's discharge or death. This ensures records are available for audits, complaints, or legal proceedings that may arise after a resident's departure.

Question 5

Within how many days must an RCFE licensee notify CDSS when there is a change in the facility's administrator?

Accepted Answer

30 days

Answer

CDSS must be notified within 30 days of any change in the RCFE's administrator. This allows the licensing agency to verify that the incoming administrator holds a valid Administrator Certificate and meets all qualifications required by Title 22.

RCFE (Residential Care Facility for the Elderly) Practice Test

RCFE (Residential Care Facility for the Elderly) Practice Test

RCFE - Residential Care Facility for the Elderly Facility Operations and Management 1