Resident Care & Services Flashcards
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A resident with mild cognitive impairment wants to manage their own medications. What is the most appropriate approach?
Answer: Conduct a capacity assessment and develop a supervised self-administration protocol if appropriate
A formal capacity assessment should guide the decision, and a supervised protocol can support safe self-administration when appropriate.
Which of the following is an example of 'therapeutic recreation' for a resident with early-stage Alzheimer's?
Answer: Participating in structured reminiscence therapy using familiar music and photos
Reminiscence therapy using familiar stimuli is evidence-based for engaging residents with early-stage Alzheimer's.
A resident's physician orders physical therapy. Who is responsible for coordinating the referral in an assisted living facility?
Answer: The administrator or designated care coordinator
The administrator or care coordinator is responsible for facilitating and coordinating ancillary service referrals.
What does 'aging in place' mean in the context of assisted living?
Answer: Supporting residents in remaining in their current setting as their care needs evolve
Aging in place means adapting services and supports so residents can remain in their chosen setting as needs change.
A resident newly admitted from a hospital has a wound VAC (negative pressure wound therapy) in place. What must the administrator verify first?
Answer: That the facility is licensed and staffed to provide this level of wound care
The facility must confirm it is licensed, trained, and equipped to meet the resident's wound care needs before admission.
A resident with a history of depression shows signs of withdrawal, appetite loss, and tearfulness. What is the appropriate first step?
Answer: Conduct a depression screening and notify the physician
Symptoms of depression warrant formal screening and physician notification to initiate appropriate clinical management.
Which document legally authorizes a specific person to make financial decisions on behalf of a resident who lacks capacity?
Answer: Durable power of attorney (financial)
A durable power of attorney for finances grants legal authority to a designated agent to manage a person's financial affairs.