PA PERSONAL CARE HOME Praxis EXAM
STUDY GUIDE 2026/2027 COMPLETE
QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED CORRECT
ANSWERS ||
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ADL - ANSWER✔activity of daily living. includes eating, drinking, bathing,
ambulating, transferring in and out of bed, toileting, self administering drugs
IADL - ANSWER✔instrumental activities of daily living. doing laundry,
shopping, keeping clean, seasonal clothing, securing and using transportation,
managing finances, personal possessions, engaging in activities
signs of pressure ulcers - ANSWER✔heat, redness, tenderness, discomfort,
feeling of burning, darkened area after 20 minutes pressure ulcer forms
stage 1 pressure ulcer - ANSWER✔nonblanchable erythema of intact skin,
discoloration of skin, warmth to the touch, or hardness
stage 2 pressure ulcer - ANSWER✔partial thickness skin loss involving epidermis
and dermis. ulcer is superficial-presents as an abrasion, blister or shallow crater
,stage 3 pressure ulcer - ANSWER✔full thickness skin loss involving damage or
necrosis of subcutaneous tissue that may extend down to but not through
underlying fascia. Ulcer presents with or without undermining or adjacent tissue
stage 4 pressure ulcer - ANSWER✔full thickness skin loss with extensive
destruction, tissue necrosis or damage to muscle or bone or supporting structures
how to prevent pressure ulcers - ANSWER✔re position every 2 hours, provide
good skin care, apply lotion to dry skin, clean bed linens with no wrinkles, use
pillows to keep skin from skin contact
wound assessment check list - ANSWER✔location of wound, size of wound,
dressings, drainage such as color smell and amount, tunneling, stage of wound,
pressure reducing devices
client assessment - ANSWER✔what are they capable of doing? dignity issues,
adult games, who they were before when they were young
What does 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600 govern? - ANSWER✔The operation of
personal care homes in Pennsylvania.
When did 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600 become effective? - ANSWER✔October 25,
2005.
What is the purpose of the Regulatory Compliance Guide (RCG)? -
ANSWER✔To provide clearer explanations of regulatory requirements and help
operators ensure compliance.
What document did the Department of Human Services issue between 2005 and
2010? - ANSWER✔The Licensing Measurement Instrument (LMI).
, What does the RCG replace? - ANSWER✔The August 28, 2008 LMI and any
regulatory clarifications issued between August 2008 and December 31, 2010.
What is the primary benefit of retaining copies of reportable incidents? -
ANSWER✔To identify and address patterns of incidents that may harm residents.
What does 'recommended' indicate in the RCG? - ANSWER✔It suggests best
practices, not regulatory requirements; failure to follow it does not result in a
violation.
What is the 'transition period' for homes converting from LMI to RCG? -
ANSWER✔The transition period concluded on June 30, 2012.
How is 'admission date' defined by the Department? - ANSWER✔The first day
the resident resides in the home.
What must be done when a resident moves between licensed personal care homes
on the same campus? - ANSWER✔Paperwork is required, including an addendum
or new resident-home contract depending on contract terms.
What is the grace period for items with a time requirement of one year or more? -
ANSWER✔A 15-day flex or grace period.
What does 'annually' mean in the context of the RCG? - ANSWER✔At least once
every 12 months.
, What are some items that require annual evaluations or inspections? -
ANSWER✔Medical evaluations, fire-safety inspections, and completion of annual
resident assessments.
What should homes do if a medical evaluation was completed in the past year? -
ANSWER✔A new evaluation is not needed unless there is a significant change.
What is included in the RCG for each regulation? - ANSWER✔The regulation
text, discussion, inspection procedures, and primary benefit.
What is the purpose of the 'Discussion' section in the RCG? - ANSWER✔To
provide information about applying the regulation and referencing other
regulations.
What does the 'Inspection Procedures' section describe? - ANSWER✔How
inspectors may measure compliance with the regulation.
What is the significance of the 'Primary Benefit' section? - ANSWER✔It explains
how the regulation protects residents' health, safety, and well-being.
What happens if the terms of a resident-home contract change when moving
homes? - ANSWER✔A new resident-home contract must be completed.
What is the requirement for documentation of evacuation times? - ANSWER✔It
must be completed annually as per § 2600.132(d).
What is the purpose of the glossary included in the RCG? - ANSWER✔To define
regulatory terms for better understanding.
STUDY GUIDE 2026/2027 COMPLETE
QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED CORRECT
ANSWERS ||
100% GUARANTEED PASS
<NEWEST VERSION>
ADL - ANSWER✔activity of daily living. includes eating, drinking, bathing,
ambulating, transferring in and out of bed, toileting, self administering drugs
IADL - ANSWER✔instrumental activities of daily living. doing laundry,
shopping, keeping clean, seasonal clothing, securing and using transportation,
managing finances, personal possessions, engaging in activities
signs of pressure ulcers - ANSWER✔heat, redness, tenderness, discomfort,
feeling of burning, darkened area after 20 minutes pressure ulcer forms
stage 1 pressure ulcer - ANSWER✔nonblanchable erythema of intact skin,
discoloration of skin, warmth to the touch, or hardness
stage 2 pressure ulcer - ANSWER✔partial thickness skin loss involving epidermis
and dermis. ulcer is superficial-presents as an abrasion, blister or shallow crater
,stage 3 pressure ulcer - ANSWER✔full thickness skin loss involving damage or
necrosis of subcutaneous tissue that may extend down to but not through
underlying fascia. Ulcer presents with or without undermining or adjacent tissue
stage 4 pressure ulcer - ANSWER✔full thickness skin loss with extensive
destruction, tissue necrosis or damage to muscle or bone or supporting structures
how to prevent pressure ulcers - ANSWER✔re position every 2 hours, provide
good skin care, apply lotion to dry skin, clean bed linens with no wrinkles, use
pillows to keep skin from skin contact
wound assessment check list - ANSWER✔location of wound, size of wound,
dressings, drainage such as color smell and amount, tunneling, stage of wound,
pressure reducing devices
client assessment - ANSWER✔what are they capable of doing? dignity issues,
adult games, who they were before when they were young
What does 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600 govern? - ANSWER✔The operation of
personal care homes in Pennsylvania.
When did 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600 become effective? - ANSWER✔October 25,
2005.
What is the purpose of the Regulatory Compliance Guide (RCG)? -
ANSWER✔To provide clearer explanations of regulatory requirements and help
operators ensure compliance.
What document did the Department of Human Services issue between 2005 and
2010? - ANSWER✔The Licensing Measurement Instrument (LMI).
, What does the RCG replace? - ANSWER✔The August 28, 2008 LMI and any
regulatory clarifications issued between August 2008 and December 31, 2010.
What is the primary benefit of retaining copies of reportable incidents? -
ANSWER✔To identify and address patterns of incidents that may harm residents.
What does 'recommended' indicate in the RCG? - ANSWER✔It suggests best
practices, not regulatory requirements; failure to follow it does not result in a
violation.
What is the 'transition period' for homes converting from LMI to RCG? -
ANSWER✔The transition period concluded on June 30, 2012.
How is 'admission date' defined by the Department? - ANSWER✔The first day
the resident resides in the home.
What must be done when a resident moves between licensed personal care homes
on the same campus? - ANSWER✔Paperwork is required, including an addendum
or new resident-home contract depending on contract terms.
What is the grace period for items with a time requirement of one year or more? -
ANSWER✔A 15-day flex or grace period.
What does 'annually' mean in the context of the RCG? - ANSWER✔At least once
every 12 months.
, What are some items that require annual evaluations or inspections? -
ANSWER✔Medical evaluations, fire-safety inspections, and completion of annual
resident assessments.
What should homes do if a medical evaluation was completed in the past year? -
ANSWER✔A new evaluation is not needed unless there is a significant change.
What is included in the RCG for each regulation? - ANSWER✔The regulation
text, discussion, inspection procedures, and primary benefit.
What is the purpose of the 'Discussion' section in the RCG? - ANSWER✔To
provide information about applying the regulation and referencing other
regulations.
What does the 'Inspection Procedures' section describe? - ANSWER✔How
inspectors may measure compliance with the regulation.
What is the significance of the 'Primary Benefit' section? - ANSWER✔It explains
how the regulation protects residents' health, safety, and well-being.
What happens if the terms of a resident-home contract change when moving
homes? - ANSWER✔A new resident-home contract must be completed.
What is the requirement for documentation of evacuation times? - ANSWER✔It
must be completed annually as per § 2600.132(d).
What is the purpose of the glossary included in the RCG? - ANSWER✔To define
regulatory terms for better understanding.
