RCAL core practice test questions &
answers 2025/2026
who is responsible for training of staff in an assistant living community? -
ANSWERSadministrators or executive directors
what is the cost of not providing resources for employer training? - ANSWERSlower quality of
care and increase turnover
what is the value of implementing learning circles in the community? - ANSWERSbroaden's
perspective Foster a sense of trust and connection, promotes a coercive
if contracted laundry services for the resident, personal clothing are provided off-site -
ANSWERSresidents have the right to do their own laundry, if they agree to follow some
suggested guidelines
for residence with neurocognitive disorders, optimal food consumption is best achieved by? -
ANSWERSGood screening, proper nutrition and hydration, and pleasant meal times
message j. suffers from Alzheimer's disease. no matter how many times staff explains something
to her, she doesn't seem to be able to accomplish the task. which of the following is the best
solution? - ANSWERStask breakdown
The best way for the administrator to get feedback about satisfaction with dining services is -
ANSWERSto socialize with residents at meal time
The primary purpose of an initial care recipient assessment is to determine - ANSWERSOverall
functional status
, information should be added to a residence in the visual service plan - ANSWERSat a minimum
when the resident has significant change in condition
A major consideration in creating a comprehensive activities program is that the activities
director understands the - ANSWERSnature and extent of care recipients disabilities
The best way to manage urinary incontinence is - ANSWERSRegularly schedule toileting
A resident has the right to participate in social, religious, and community activities provided
these do not - ANSWERSinteferers with the rights of other residents in the organization
A resident with Alzheimer's disease likes to help staff fold clothes and set tables for dinner.
asking does resident to help - ANSWERSis a way to engage the resident in something enjoyable
and enhances person-centered care
One of the fundamental elements of effective memory Care is - ANSWERSdetermining how best
to serve each resident by knowing as much as possible about their life story and preferences
criteria for move out from the rcal Community should be disclosed - ANSWERSprior to move in
two simple techniques for minimizing the spread of microorganisms along flaws when wet
mopping - ANSWERSadding antimicrobial soap to mop water and frequently changing mop
heads
in the life safety code, fire extinguishers are listed by which of the following classifications? -
ANSWERSA, b, and c
A-Blue, red, and green
answers 2025/2026
who is responsible for training of staff in an assistant living community? -
ANSWERSadministrators or executive directors
what is the cost of not providing resources for employer training? - ANSWERSlower quality of
care and increase turnover
what is the value of implementing learning circles in the community? - ANSWERSbroaden's
perspective Foster a sense of trust and connection, promotes a coercive
if contracted laundry services for the resident, personal clothing are provided off-site -
ANSWERSresidents have the right to do their own laundry, if they agree to follow some
suggested guidelines
for residence with neurocognitive disorders, optimal food consumption is best achieved by? -
ANSWERSGood screening, proper nutrition and hydration, and pleasant meal times
message j. suffers from Alzheimer's disease. no matter how many times staff explains something
to her, she doesn't seem to be able to accomplish the task. which of the following is the best
solution? - ANSWERStask breakdown
The best way for the administrator to get feedback about satisfaction with dining services is -
ANSWERSto socialize with residents at meal time
The primary purpose of an initial care recipient assessment is to determine - ANSWERSOverall
functional status
, information should be added to a residence in the visual service plan - ANSWERSat a minimum
when the resident has significant change in condition
A major consideration in creating a comprehensive activities program is that the activities
director understands the - ANSWERSnature and extent of care recipients disabilities
The best way to manage urinary incontinence is - ANSWERSRegularly schedule toileting
A resident has the right to participate in social, religious, and community activities provided
these do not - ANSWERSinteferers with the rights of other residents in the organization
A resident with Alzheimer's disease likes to help staff fold clothes and set tables for dinner.
asking does resident to help - ANSWERSis a way to engage the resident in something enjoyable
and enhances person-centered care
One of the fundamental elements of effective memory Care is - ANSWERSdetermining how best
to serve each resident by knowing as much as possible about their life story and preferences
criteria for move out from the rcal Community should be disclosed - ANSWERSprior to move in
two simple techniques for minimizing the spread of microorganisms along flaws when wet
mopping - ANSWERSadding antimicrobial soap to mop water and frequently changing mop
heads
in the life safety code, fire extinguishers are listed by which of the following classifications? -
ANSWERSA, b, and c
A-Blue, red, and green
