RCFE - Residential Care Facility for the Elderly Resident Care 1

Question 1

A resident with dementia becomes agitated during afternoon hours. Which intervention is most appropriate for the caregiver to try first?

Accepted Answer

Redirect the resident to a familiar, calming activity

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Administer a PRN sedative medication as listed in the care plan

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Place the resident in their room alone to reduce stimulation

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Restrain the resident to prevent potential injury

Question 2

When assisting a resident with oral hygiene who is unable to perform the task independently, the caregiver should:

Accepted Answer

Explain each step to the resident and offer choices when possible

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Skip oral care if the resident refuses to cooperate

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Perform oral care quickly without explaining steps to save time

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Only provide oral care once daily to minimize disturbance

Question 3

A caregiver notices that a resident who normally enjoys meals has been leaving food on their plate and losing weight over the past two weeks. What is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Document the observation and report it to the supervisor immediately

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Encourage the resident to eat more at each meal and monitor for one more week

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Assume the resident is on a diet and reduce portion sizes

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Switch the resident to a liquid diet without consulting a healthcare provider

Question 4

Which of the following best describes the caregiver's role in supporting a resident's right to make their own choices?

Accepted Answer

Support the resident's choices within safe and legal boundaries, even if the caregiver disagrees

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Override choices that the caregiver believes are unhealthy for the resident

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Allow residents to make choices only when they align with facility policies

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Make decisions on behalf of the resident to ensure their wellbeing

Question 5

A resident tells a caregiver they are experiencing pain in their lower back that began this morning. The caregiver should:

Accepted Answer

Document the complaint, notify the supervisor, and follow the care plan's pain reporting protocol

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Suggest the resident rest in bed and reassess tomorrow

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Offer the resident an over-the-counter pain reliever from the facility supply

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Tell the resident that back pain is normal at their age and continue with scheduled tasks

Question 6

When transferring a resident from a bed to a wheelchair, the caregiver should:

Accepted Answer

Lock the wheelchair brakes and position the chair at a 45-degree angle before assisting

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Transfer as quickly as possible to minimize the resident's discomfort

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Ask the resident to push themselves up without assistance to maintain independence

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Avoid using a gait belt unless the resident specifically requests one