RCFE Resident Care 5

Question 1

Which of the following signs is most indicative of elder financial abuse in an RCFE resident?

Accepted Answer

Unexplained withdrawals from the resident's account or sudden changes in a will

Answer

Unexplained account withdrawals and sudden changes to financial documents are classic indicators of financial elder abuse.

Question 2

Under California law, RCFE staff who suspect elder abuse are classified as:

Accepted Answer

Mandated reporters who must report suspected abuse to APS or law enforcement

Answer

All RCFE staff are mandated reporters under California Welfare and Institutions Code and must report all forms of suspected elder abuse.

Question 3

A resident is being discharged from the RCFE. Which document must be provided to the resident or their representative at discharge?

Accepted Answer

A written notice of discharge with reason, effective date, and appeal rights

Answer

California regulations require a written discharge notice that includes the reason, effective date, and the resident's right to appeal.

Question 4

A resident tells a staff member that another resident has been hitting them at night. What is the correct first action?

Accepted Answer

Separate the residents to ensure immediate safety and report the allegation to the supervisor

Answer

Resident-to-resident abuse requires immediate separation for safety and prompt reporting to the supervisor to initiate the abuse investigation process.

Question 5

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?

Accepted Answer

The administrator or designated staff responsible for medication management

Answer

The administrator or designated medication manager is responsible for transcribing physician orders and updating the medication administration record.

RCFE (Residential Care Facility for the Elderly) Practice Test

RCFE (Residential Care Facility for the Elderly) Practice Test

RCFE Resident Care 5