Residential Care / Assisted Living Administration NAB
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Why is it important to follow a systematic approach regarding resident pain management? -
( ANSWER)-to ensure the right medication and dosage is selected based on the resident's
condition
Physician's must make __________ contact with the resident and at the ___________
__________. - ( ANSWER)-face-to face, same location
Physician's must meet with resident every _______ days for the first _______ days of
admission, and once every _____ days thereafter. - ( ANSWER)-30, 90, 60
Guidelines for determining if a resident is appropriate for medication self-administration: - (
ANSWER)-The medication is appropriate and safe for self-administration.
The resident's physical capacity to swallow without difficulty and to open medication bottles.
The resident's cognitive status, including their ability to correctly name their medications and
know what conditions they are for.
The resident's capability to follow directions and tell time to know when medications need to
be taken.
,The resident's comprehension of instructions for the medications they are taking, including
the dose, timing, and signs of side effects and when to report to facility staff.
The resident's ability to understand what refusal of medication.
The resident's ability to ensure that medication is stored safely and securely.
Medication error means... - ( ANSWER)-the observed or identified preparation or
administration of medications or biologicals.
Medication errors go against... - ( ANSWER)-the prescriber's orders, manufacturer's
specifications, accepted professional standers and principles
What does a significant medication error means? - ( ANSWER)-AN error which causes the
resident's discomfort or jeopardizes their safety and health
What does the pharmacy do? - ( ANSWER)-Collaborates with facility and Medical Director
on aspects of pharmaceutical services
The drug regimen of each resident must be... - ( ANSWER)-reviewed at least once a month
by a pharmacist
Pharmacist must report any irregularities to... - ( ANSWER)-the attending physician, Medical
Director, and Director of Nursing
Guidelines for Controlled Medications: - ( ANSWER)-Records of receipt of all controlled
medications
, Records of personnel access, usage, and disposition of all controlled medications, including
destruction, wastage, return, or disposal
Periodic reconciliation of records of receipt, disposition, usage, and inventory
Disposal methods must involve a secure and safe method
What are the causes of malnutrition and dehydration? - ( ANSWER)-Inadequate attention
from staff
Lack of individualized care
Loss of appetite due to lack of exercise, no fresh air, or no sensory or mental stimulation
Improper assistance with eating and drinking
Reliance on liquid supplements
Bland special diets or poor tasting food
Cultural differences
Improper environment
No water or beverages
Test Bank with Recently Tested Questions and
Correct Verified Answers Latest / NAB RCAL Practice
Test
Why is it important to follow a systematic approach regarding resident pain management? -
( ANSWER)-to ensure the right medication and dosage is selected based on the resident's
condition
Physician's must make __________ contact with the resident and at the ___________
__________. - ( ANSWER)-face-to face, same location
Physician's must meet with resident every _______ days for the first _______ days of
admission, and once every _____ days thereafter. - ( ANSWER)-30, 90, 60
Guidelines for determining if a resident is appropriate for medication self-administration: - (
ANSWER)-The medication is appropriate and safe for self-administration.
The resident's physical capacity to swallow without difficulty and to open medication bottles.
The resident's cognitive status, including their ability to correctly name their medications and
know what conditions they are for.
The resident's capability to follow directions and tell time to know when medications need to
be taken.
,The resident's comprehension of instructions for the medications they are taking, including
the dose, timing, and signs of side effects and when to report to facility staff.
The resident's ability to understand what refusal of medication.
The resident's ability to ensure that medication is stored safely and securely.
Medication error means... - ( ANSWER)-the observed or identified preparation or
administration of medications or biologicals.
Medication errors go against... - ( ANSWER)-the prescriber's orders, manufacturer's
specifications, accepted professional standers and principles
What does a significant medication error means? - ( ANSWER)-AN error which causes the
resident's discomfort or jeopardizes their safety and health
What does the pharmacy do? - ( ANSWER)-Collaborates with facility and Medical Director
on aspects of pharmaceutical services
The drug regimen of each resident must be... - ( ANSWER)-reviewed at least once a month
by a pharmacist
Pharmacist must report any irregularities to... - ( ANSWER)-the attending physician, Medical
Director, and Director of Nursing
Guidelines for Controlled Medications: - ( ANSWER)-Records of receipt of all controlled
medications
, Records of personnel access, usage, and disposition of all controlled medications, including
destruction, wastage, return, or disposal
Periodic reconciliation of records of receipt, disposition, usage, and inventory
Disposal methods must involve a secure and safe method
What are the causes of malnutrition and dehydration? - ( ANSWER)-Inadequate attention
from staff
Lack of individualized care
Loss of appetite due to lack of exercise, no fresh air, or no sensory or mental stimulation
Improper assistance with eating and drinking
Reliance on liquid supplements
Bland special diets or poor tasting food
Cultural differences
Improper environment
No water or beverages
