RCFE - Residential Care Facility for the Elderly Resident Assessment and Care Questions and Answers

Question 1

According to California Title 22 regulations, a pre-admission appraisal for a potential RCFE resident must include an evaluation of their functional capabilities, mental condition, and which other key area?

Accepted Answer

Social factors

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Financial stability

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Family and social support network

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Dietary preferences

Question 2

A new resident, Mr. Smith, moves into an RCFE. He has a history of falls. During the initial assessment, the administrator notes he has difficulty getting out of his chair and walking to the bathroom. What is the MOST critical immediate action for the facility to take?

Accepted Answer

Incorporate specific interventions for fall risk into his individual Needs and Services Plan.

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Contact his family to ask about his normal routine.

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Document the observation in his file for the next scheduled care plan review.

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Recommend he use a wheelchair at all times.

Question 3

A resident's reappraisal must be conducted at least every 12 months, or when which of the following occurs?

Accepted Answer

There is a significant change in their physical or mental condition.

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The resident requests a room change.

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A new staff member is assigned to their care.

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The facility updates its activities calendar.

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a 'functional capability' that must be assessed in a resident according to Title 22?

Accepted Answer

The need for assistance with dressing and grooming.

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Ability to manage personal finances.

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Willingness to participate in group activities.

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Knowledge of current events.

Question 5

A resident develops a new, persistent cough and shows signs of confusion. The RCFE staff has observed these changes over the past 48 hours. What is the required next step regarding the resident's care plan and assessment?

Accepted Answer

Initiate a reappraisal to document the change in condition and notify the resident's physician.

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Wait one week to see if the symptoms resolve on their own.

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Ask the resident's family if this has happened before.

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Administer over-the-counter cough medicine immediately.

Question 6

When assisting a resident with self-administration of medication, which of the following actions by a staff member is permitted under RCFE regulations?

Accepted Answer

Reminding the resident to take their prescribed medication and handing them the container.

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Crushing a pill and mixing it into applesauce without the resident's knowledge.

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Administering an injection if the resident is unable to do it themselves.

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Deciding to withhold a PRN (as-needed) medication against the resident's request.