Illinois Exam for Nursing Home Administrators Practice
Exam #1 (John Cirn) 176 Questions & Answers | Latest
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1. If a nursing home administrator is informed that a Medicaid resident will be
hospitalized, what steps should they take to comply with regulations
regarding bed retention?
Notify the state Medicaid office of the hospitalization.
Remove the resident's belongings from the room after 5 days.
Immediately fill the bed with another resident to maximize occupancy.
Ensure the bed is reserved for 10 days following the resident's
hospital admission.
2. An over-the bed table
may be separately billed for when provided to any resident
must be provided for any resident who cannot or does not eat in a
dining room
must be provided for every resident
is not a requirement for any resident
3. Who is responsible for writing an order for a therapeutic diet in a nursing
home setting?
the food service director
a physician
the DON
a dietician
,4. Describe the importance of ongoing inventory of a resident's belongings in a
nursing home setting.
Ongoing inventory is primarily for the facility's financial records.
Ongoing inventory is only required when a resident moves out.
Ongoing inventory is unnecessary as residents are responsible for
their own belongings.
Ongoing inventory helps ensure the safety and accountability of
residents' personal property.
5. Which of the following healthcare professional cannot prescribe
medications?
nurse practitioner
podiatrist
physician assistant
chiropractor
6. If a nursing home facility undergoes a change in ownership but retains the
same administrator, what is the likely outcome regarding its licensing?
The facility can operate without any licensing requirements.
The facility can renew its current license without changes.
The facility's license remains valid indefinitely.
The facility will need to apply for a new initial license.
7. Which one of the following would not need to be in a resident's medical
record?
laboratory test results
, diagnosis
record of any prescription and non-prescription medications taken in
30 days prior to admission
payor source
8. Which option is NOT a requirement for care plans in nursing home
administration?
Include measurable short and long term goals
Be electronically submitted to the Department
Be developed with participation by the resident and/or resident's
representative whenever possible
Address needs identified in a comprehensive assessment
9. In the case of a level A violation, corrective action to abate or eliminate the
violation must be taken immediately, or within a period fixed by the
Department and not exceeding how many days?
3
15
10
30
10. What is the minimum square footage required for a closet or wardrobe in a
resident's bedroom according to Illinois regulations?
4
2.5
one-tenth of the floor area of the room
, 10
11. Describe the significance of continuing education hours for nursing home
administrators in maintaining their licensure.
Continuing education hours ensure that nursing home
administrators stay updated on regulations and best practices
necessary for effective facility management.
Continuing education hours are only required for new administrators.
Continuing education hours focus solely on dietary requirements.
Continuing education hours are optional and do not affect licensure.
12. Describe the importance of including the resident's full name on medication
labels in nursing home administration.
Including the resident's full name is unnecessary as medications are
assigned by room number.
Including the resident's full name is only required for controlled
substances.
Including the resident's full name helps in tracking pharmacy
inventory.
Including the resident's full name ensures proper identification and
reduces the risk of medication errors.
13. Describe the role of the Director of Nursing (DON) in the context of
medication order reviews in nursing homes.
The DON is responsible for patient admissions and discharges.
The DON is responsible for overseeing the review of medication
orders and reporting any irregularities.
Exam #1 (John Cirn) 176 Questions & Answers | Latest
Update | Exam Prep | 100% Pass Guarantee
1. If a nursing home administrator is informed that a Medicaid resident will be
hospitalized, what steps should they take to comply with regulations
regarding bed retention?
Notify the state Medicaid office of the hospitalization.
Remove the resident's belongings from the room after 5 days.
Immediately fill the bed with another resident to maximize occupancy.
Ensure the bed is reserved for 10 days following the resident's
hospital admission.
2. An over-the bed table
may be separately billed for when provided to any resident
must be provided for any resident who cannot or does not eat in a
dining room
must be provided for every resident
is not a requirement for any resident
3. Who is responsible for writing an order for a therapeutic diet in a nursing
home setting?
the food service director
a physician
the DON
a dietician
,4. Describe the importance of ongoing inventory of a resident's belongings in a
nursing home setting.
Ongoing inventory is primarily for the facility's financial records.
Ongoing inventory is only required when a resident moves out.
Ongoing inventory is unnecessary as residents are responsible for
their own belongings.
Ongoing inventory helps ensure the safety and accountability of
residents' personal property.
5. Which of the following healthcare professional cannot prescribe
medications?
nurse practitioner
podiatrist
physician assistant
chiropractor
6. If a nursing home facility undergoes a change in ownership but retains the
same administrator, what is the likely outcome regarding its licensing?
The facility can operate without any licensing requirements.
The facility can renew its current license without changes.
The facility's license remains valid indefinitely.
The facility will need to apply for a new initial license.
7. Which one of the following would not need to be in a resident's medical
record?
laboratory test results
, diagnosis
record of any prescription and non-prescription medications taken in
30 days prior to admission
payor source
8. Which option is NOT a requirement for care plans in nursing home
administration?
Include measurable short and long term goals
Be electronically submitted to the Department
Be developed with participation by the resident and/or resident's
representative whenever possible
Address needs identified in a comprehensive assessment
9. In the case of a level A violation, corrective action to abate or eliminate the
violation must be taken immediately, or within a period fixed by the
Department and not exceeding how many days?
3
15
10
30
10. What is the minimum square footage required for a closet or wardrobe in a
resident's bedroom according to Illinois regulations?
4
2.5
one-tenth of the floor area of the room
, 10
11. Describe the significance of continuing education hours for nursing home
administrators in maintaining their licensure.
Continuing education hours ensure that nursing home
administrators stay updated on regulations and best practices
necessary for effective facility management.
Continuing education hours are only required for new administrators.
Continuing education hours focus solely on dietary requirements.
Continuing education hours are optional and do not affect licensure.
12. Describe the importance of including the resident's full name on medication
labels in nursing home administration.
Including the resident's full name is unnecessary as medications are
assigned by room number.
Including the resident's full name is only required for controlled
substances.
Including the resident's full name helps in tracking pharmacy
inventory.
Including the resident's full name ensures proper identification and
reduces the risk of medication errors.
13. Describe the role of the Director of Nursing (DON) in the context of
medication order reviews in nursing homes.
The DON is responsible for patient admissions and discharges.
The DON is responsible for overseeing the review of medication
orders and reporting any irregularities.
