STNA THE BASIC questions with correct answers

Residents' Rights CORRECT ANSWER Culture Change and Person-Directed Care; Are newer models of care that are adopted by some of the LTCFs. These models promote meaningful environments with individualized approaches to care. Culture Change CORRECT ANSWER A term given to the process of transforming services for elders so that they are based on the values and practices of the person receiving care. Culture change involves respecting both elders and those working with them. Core values are promoting choice, dignity, respect, self-determination, and purposeful living. To honor culture change, care settings may need to change their organization practices, physical environments, and relationships. Person-directed care CORRECT ANSWER Emphasizes the individuality of the person who needs care, and seeks to build community by recognizing and developing each person's capabilities. Promoting dignity and providing caring environments is the key. Medicare CORRECT ANSWER A federal health insurance program that was established in 1965 for ppl aged 65 or older. It also covers ppl of any age with permanent kidney failure of certain disabilities. 4 Parts of Medicare CORRECT ANSWER 1. Helps pay for care in a hospital or skilled nursing facility or for care from a home health agency or hospice. 2. Helps pay for doctor services and other medical services and equipment. 3. Allows private health insurance companies to provide Medicare benefits. 4. Helps pay for medications prescribed for treatment. Medicare will only pay for care it determines to be medically necessary.