Resident Care Flashcards
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Which of the following signs is most indicative of elder financial abuse in an RCFE resident?
Answer: Unexplained withdrawals from the resident's account or sudden changes in a will
Unexplained account withdrawals and sudden changes to financial documents are classic indicators of financial elder abuse.
Under California law, RCFE staff who suspect elder abuse are classified as:
Answer: Mandated reporters who must report suspected abuse to APS or law enforcement
All RCFE staff are mandated reporters under California Welfare and Institutions Code and must report all forms of suspected elder abuse.
A resident is being discharged from the RCFE. Which document must be provided to the resident or their representative at discharge?
Answer: A written notice of discharge with reason, effective date, and appeal rights
California regulations require a written discharge notice that includes the reason, effective date, and the resident's right to appeal.
A resident tells a staff member that another resident has been hitting them at night. What is the correct first action?
Answer: Separate the residents to ensure immediate safety and report the allegation to the supervisor
Resident-to-resident abuse requires immediate separation for safety and prompt reporting to the supervisor to initiate the abuse investigation process.
A resident's physician orders a new medication to be given at bedtime. Who is responsible for ensuring the medication is added correctly to the resident's medication log?
Answer: The administrator or designated staff responsible for medication management
The administrator or designated medication manager is responsible for transcribing physician orders and updating the medication administration record.
Which situation requires an RCFE to involve the regional center for a resident with a developmental disability?
Answer: When planning or significantly changing the resident's individualized program plan (IPP)
Regional center involvement is required when developing or substantially modifying the IPP for a resident with developmental disabilities.
What is the required minimum staffing ratio for an RCFE with a capacity of 16–100 non-bedridden residents during waking hours?
Answer: At least one direct-care staff member on duty for every 15 residents
California Title 22 requires a minimum of one direct-care staff per 15 residents for non-bedridden facilities in the 16–100 capacity range during waking hours.