Restorative Skills Restorative Nursing Fundamentals 3

Question 1

Which residents typically qualify for a restorative nursing program?

Accepted Answer

Residents who have been discharged from skilled therapy but still need maintenance support

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Only residents who are fully independent

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Residents currently receiving daily skilled physical therapy

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Only residents with a physician's specific order for restorative nursing

Question 2

How does a restorative nursing program positively impact a long-term care facility?

Accepted Answer

It can improve MDS scores and quality indicators, positively affecting reimbursement

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It increases the number of skilled therapy orders needed

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It replaces the need for licensed nursing staff

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It is primarily a social program with no clinical impact

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of a measurable restorative goal?

Accepted Answer

Resident will ambulate 50 feet with a walker independently within 30 days

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Resident will feel better about walking

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Staff will encourage resident mobility

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Resident will improve overall health

Question 4

What role does the restorative aide play during interdisciplinary care plan meetings?

Accepted Answer

Provide input on the resident's functional progress and challenges

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Make final decisions on medical treatments

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Write physician orders for restorative services

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Conduct the meeting independently without nursing oversight

Question 5

A restorative aide notices a resident's condition has significantly improved. What is the appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Report the improvement to the supervising nurse for potential goal revision

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Continue the current program without changes

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Discharge the resident from restorative services immediately

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Increase exercise intensity without consulting the nurse

Question 6

Which best describes 'learned helplessness' in the context of restorative care?

Accepted Answer

A resident becomes dependent on staff because caregivers routinely do tasks the resident could do themselves

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A resident refuses therapy due to depression

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A staff member avoids helping residents to encourage independence

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A resident develops new disabilities from overexertion