Questions and CORRECT Answers
Administrator; 87101 a.1. - CORRECT ANSWER - Individual designated by the licensee
to act on behalf of the licensee in the overall management of the facility
Admission Agreement; 87101 a.2. - CORRECT ANSWER - All documents that a resident
or resident's representative must sign at the time of, or as a condition of admission
Adult; 87101 a.3. - CORRECT ANSWER - a person who is 18 years or older
Advance Health Care Directive; 87101 a.5. - CORRECT ANSWER - A written instruction
that relates to the provision of health care when the individual is incapacitated. includes, Durable
Power of Attorney for Health Care, DNR form, POST
Allowable Health Condition; 87101 a.6. - CORRECT ANSWER - any health condition
that the licensee is allowed to care for either in accordance with regulation or by exception
approval by the agency
Ambulatory Person; 87101 a.7. - CORRECT ANSWER - A person who is capable of
demonstrating the mental competence and physical ability to leave a building without assistance.
Automated External Defibrillator; 87101 a.8. "AED" - CORRECT ANSWER - A portable
device used to administer electric shock to the heart.
Appropriately Skilled Professional; 87101 a.10 "ASP" - CORRECT ANSWER - People
who hold a professional title. ie., RN, LVN, PT, OT, RT, NP, MD, PA.
Basic Rate; 87101 b.1. - CORRECT ANSWER - the established SSI/SSP rate. does not
include incidental needs
,Basic Services; 87101 b.2. - CORRECT ANSWER - Services required to be provided by
the facility in order to obtain and maintain a license. including 1. safe and healthful living
accommodations; 2. personal assistance and care; 3. observation and supervision; 4 planned
activities; 5. food service; 6. arrangements for obtaining incidental medical and dental care.
Facilities required to be licensed shall provide at least the following services; Health & Safety
Code 1569.312 - CORRECT ANSWER - a. Care and Supervision; b. Assistance with
instrumental activities of daily living (ADL); c. Helping residents gain access to appropriate
supportive services in the community; d. Being aware of the resident's general whereabouts;
Monitoring the activities of the residents while they are under the supervision of the facility to
ensure their general health, safety, and well-being; f. Encouraging the residents to maintain and
develop their maximum functional ability & independence.
California Clearance; 87101 c.1. - CORRECT ANSWER - an individual has no felony or
misdemeanor convictions reported by the California Department of Justice
Capacity; 87101 c.2 - CORRECT ANSWER - Maximum number of person authorized to
be provided services at any one time.
Care & Supervision; 87101 c.3. - CORRECT ANSWER - Activities which if provided
shall require the facility to be licensed. Assistance as needed w/ ADL's, responsibility for the
safety and well-being of residents.
Certificate Holder; 87101 c.4. - CORRECT ANSWER - Current Administrator certificate
issued by the department.
Certified Administrator; 87101 c.5. - CORRECT ANSWER - An administrator who has
been issued a residential care facility for the elderly administrator certificate by the department
Classroom Hour; 87101 c.6. - CORRECT ANSWER - 50 to 60 minutes
Conservator; 87101 c.12. - CORRECT ANSWER - a person appointed by the superior
court to care for the person, or estate, or person and estate.
, Continuing care contract; H&S.C. 1771(c)(8) - CORRECT ANSWER - A contract that
includes a continuing care promise made, in exchange for an entrance fee, the payment of
periodic charges, or both types of payments.
Control of Property; 87101 c.16. - CORRECT ANSWER - the right to enter, occupy, and
maintain the operation of the facility property within regulatory requirements. evidence of
control of property shall include: Grant Deed; Lease/Rental agreement; court order or similar
document which shows authority to control the property pending outcome of probate proceeding.
Conviction; 87101 c.17. - CORRECT ANSWER - criminal conviction in California; or
any other state, federal or military jurisdiction
Deficiency; 87101 d.2. - CORRECT ANSWER - failure to comply with any provision of
the RCFE act and regulations adopted by the Department
Delayed Egress Device 87101 d.3. / 1569.699(a) - CORRECT ANSWER - A time delayed
device that allows a door to stay closed for no more than 15 sec. unless approved to have a 30
second delay. A manual force of not more than 15 pounds. requires automatic deactivation when
power is lost, or activation of sprinkler system.
Dementia 87101 d.4. - CORRECT ANSWER - the loss of intellectual function.(such as
thinking, remembering, reasoning, exercising judgement and making decisions) ability to
perform ADL's, carry out social or occupational activities. Dementia is not a disease itself but
rather a encompassing umbrella for Alzheimers, Parkinsons and others
Department; H&S.C. 1569.2(c) - CORRECT ANSWER - the State Department of Social
Services
Dietician; 87101; d.6. - CORRECT ANSWER - a professional registered by the American
Dietetic Association