ALF Core Exam Prep 2026 | Mock Exam 2 | Questions &
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1. What is the time frame within which a written order must be obtained from a
healthcare provider after a phone order for a medication change?
Verbal orders given to licensed personnel do not require written
orders.
You must obtain a written order from the healthcare provider within 1
business day.
You must obtain a written order from the healthcare provider within
10 working days.
You must obtain a written order from the healthcare provider within 30
days.
2. What specific information must be documented in the admission and
discharge log of assisted living facilities?
Date of discharge, the reason for discharge, and the identification of
the facility to which the resident is discharged or home address, or if
the person is deceased, the date of death.
Date of admission, the place from which the resident was admitted,
and if applicable, a notation the resident was admitted with a stage 2
pressure sore
All the above
A log listing the names of all temporary emergency placement and
respite care residents if not included on the log
3. What must a healthcare provider specify for medications prescribed as
needed?
An alert label for PRN medication.
, The limitations and the appropriate use for the medication.
Both A & C
License number.
4. What is the legal consequence for operating an unlicensed assisted living
facility?
Civil penalty
No consequence
Felony of the third degree
Misdemeanor
5. What are the two key criteria that determine a resident's competency in
managing their own medication?
A resident is cognizant of when a medication is required and
understands the purpose for taking the medication.
A resident has to be able to read medication labels.
A resident must have a prescription from a doctor.
A resident must have passed a physical fitness test.
6. In a scenario where a resident is unable to manage their medication safely,
what steps should the assisted living facility take regarding medication
storage?
The facility should inform the resident's family to manage the
medication.
The facility should allow the resident to keep the medication in their
room.
, The facility should dispose of the medication immediately.
The facility should centrally store the medication.
7. If an assisted living facility is preparing for a state audit and cannot locate
their disaster preparedness plan, what steps should they take to ensure
compliance?
Request a copy from the local fire marshal without checking the filing
office.
Create a new disaster preparedness plan from scratch.
Contact the emergency management office where the plan was
filed to obtain a copy.
Ignore the missing plan as it is not required for the audit.
8. A roast needs to be thawed rapidly. Is thawing at room temperature (on the
counter) acceptable?
no, because the meat will become tough and chewy
no, because the exterior of the meat may be in the danger zone
yes, because it won't take that long to thaw
yes, because it will be cooked after thawing
9. Why is it important to place an alert label on a medication container when a
dosage is altered?
To comply with insurance requirements
To ensure that staff are aware of the change and prevent medication
errors
To track the medication's expiration date
To inform the resident about their medication
, 10. Why is it important for assisted living facilities to have nonslip safety devices
in showers and bathtubs?
To reduce water usage in the facility.
To enhance the aesthetic appeal of the bathrooms.
To ensure the safety and well-being of residents by preventing slips
and falls.
To comply with fire safety regulations.
11. Which services require an Interdisciplinary Care Plan to be on file for
residents in assisted living facilities?
Hospice Services
Medication Administration
Home Health Services
All of the above
12. If a newly hired staff member does not complete the required training on
DNROs within 30 days, what potential consequences could arise for the
facility?
There would be no consequences as training is optional.
The staff member would automatically be terminated.
The facility would receive a bonus for non-compliance.
The facility may face compliance issues and jeopardize resident
safety.
13. Medication which are centrally stored must be:
stored using a double locked container
Answers | Latest Update | 100% Pass Guarantee
1. What is the time frame within which a written order must be obtained from a
healthcare provider after a phone order for a medication change?
Verbal orders given to licensed personnel do not require written
orders.
You must obtain a written order from the healthcare provider within 1
business day.
You must obtain a written order from the healthcare provider within
10 working days.
You must obtain a written order from the healthcare provider within 30
days.
2. What specific information must be documented in the admission and
discharge log of assisted living facilities?
Date of discharge, the reason for discharge, and the identification of
the facility to which the resident is discharged or home address, or if
the person is deceased, the date of death.
Date of admission, the place from which the resident was admitted,
and if applicable, a notation the resident was admitted with a stage 2
pressure sore
All the above
A log listing the names of all temporary emergency placement and
respite care residents if not included on the log
3. What must a healthcare provider specify for medications prescribed as
needed?
An alert label for PRN medication.
, The limitations and the appropriate use for the medication.
Both A & C
License number.
4. What is the legal consequence for operating an unlicensed assisted living
facility?
Civil penalty
No consequence
Felony of the third degree
Misdemeanor
5. What are the two key criteria that determine a resident's competency in
managing their own medication?
A resident is cognizant of when a medication is required and
understands the purpose for taking the medication.
A resident has to be able to read medication labels.
A resident must have a prescription from a doctor.
A resident must have passed a physical fitness test.
6. In a scenario where a resident is unable to manage their medication safely,
what steps should the assisted living facility take regarding medication
storage?
The facility should inform the resident's family to manage the
medication.
The facility should allow the resident to keep the medication in their
room.
, The facility should dispose of the medication immediately.
The facility should centrally store the medication.
7. If an assisted living facility is preparing for a state audit and cannot locate
their disaster preparedness plan, what steps should they take to ensure
compliance?
Request a copy from the local fire marshal without checking the filing
office.
Create a new disaster preparedness plan from scratch.
Contact the emergency management office where the plan was
filed to obtain a copy.
Ignore the missing plan as it is not required for the audit.
8. A roast needs to be thawed rapidly. Is thawing at room temperature (on the
counter) acceptable?
no, because the meat will become tough and chewy
no, because the exterior of the meat may be in the danger zone
yes, because it won't take that long to thaw
yes, because it will be cooked after thawing
9. Why is it important to place an alert label on a medication container when a
dosage is altered?
To comply with insurance requirements
To ensure that staff are aware of the change and prevent medication
errors
To track the medication's expiration date
To inform the resident about their medication
, 10. Why is it important for assisted living facilities to have nonslip safety devices
in showers and bathtubs?
To reduce water usage in the facility.
To enhance the aesthetic appeal of the bathrooms.
To ensure the safety and well-being of residents by preventing slips
and falls.
To comply with fire safety regulations.
11. Which services require an Interdisciplinary Care Plan to be on file for
residents in assisted living facilities?
Hospice Services
Medication Administration
Home Health Services
All of the above
12. If a newly hired staff member does not complete the required training on
DNROs within 30 days, what potential consequences could arise for the
facility?
There would be no consequences as training is optional.
The staff member would automatically be terminated.
The facility would receive a bonus for non-compliance.
The facility may face compliance issues and jeopardize resident
safety.
13. Medication which are centrally stored must be:
stored using a double locked container
