Non-Medical Care Flashcards
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Which of the following is an example of non-medical care provided by an ARF?
Answer: Helping with daily tasks like bathing and dressing
ARFs provide non-medical care, including assistance with daily activities such as bathing and dressing (B) and preparing meals for residents (D). Administering IV medications (A) and surgical wound care (C) are considered medical services, which are outside the scope of ARFs.
In an ARF, what type of medication assistance can staff provide to residents?
Answer: Reminding residents to take their medication
ARF staff can provide assistance by reminding residents to take their medication (A) and helping with medication storage and organization (C). However, administering injections (B) and adjusting medication dosages (D) are medical tasks that are usually performed by healthcare professionals, not ARF staff.
Which of the following household tasks are typically performed by ARF staff?
Answer: Vacuuming and cleaning the residents' rooms
ARF staff are responsible for household tasks such as cleaning rooms (A), doing laundry (B), and assisting with grocery shopping and supplies (D) to ensure the residents’ living environment is comfortable and well-maintained. Performing medical check-ups (C) is a medical service and not typically within the scope of ARFs.
What kind of social and recreational activities are commonly offered in an ARF?
Answer: Community outings to parks or restaurants
ARFs often offer community outings (A) and group activities like arts and crafts or movie nights (C) to encourage social engagement and recreational participation. Physical therapy (B) and therapy sessions with licensed counselors (D) are typically provided by specialized professionals and not within the general scope of ARF services.
How do ARFs assist with resident transportation?
Answer: Providing transportation to medical appointments
ARFs typically help residents by providing transportation to medical appointments (A) and social activities (B). Emergency ambulance transport (C) is provided by emergency services, and long-distance travel (D) would likely involve coordination with families or other professionals outside of the ARF's typical services.