ALF Administrator Questions Test
Questions with Correct Answers 2025/2026
Proper licensure. Is a valid license posted in the facility visible to those who enter? If not, verif
y licensure at CORRECT ANSWER>>-true
If the facility is not licensed but appears to be operating as an ALF, report possible unlicensed
activity. CORRECT ANSWER>>-true
Mechanical lifting equipment CORRECT ANSWER>>-
Mechanical lifting devices such as Hoyer Lifts are prohibited in ALFs. Residents who need
mechanical lifting devices to get out of bed or chairs are not appropriate for an ALF.
Sufficient food CORRECT ANSWER>>-
Based on the menu, is there enough food to prepare (including snacks)?
Medication administration CORRECT ANSWER>>-
Does any resident indicate they are not receiving their medication?
Resident whereabouts/ safety. CORRECT ANSWER>>-
Have any residents eloped (missing) and what is the response?
Restraints. Restraints are prohibited CORRECT ANSWER>>-
Are restraints being used? Examples of restraints: Buckle or Velcro seat belt in the
Restraints. Restraints are prohibited CORRECT ANSWER>>-
wheelchair that resident cannot release, Geriatric Chairs with lap trays and, the use of sheets
tied to a chair to support resident. Family request is not justification for the use of restraints.
, Restraints. Restraints are prohibited CORRECT ANSWER>>-Only half- bed
rails are allowed with a physician's order every 6 months
Restraints. Restraints are prohibited CORRECT ANSWER>>-An ALF
resident who is also on hospice care can have full bed rails if the health care provider and inte
rdisciplinary plan identifies that
the resident needs them.
Building Safety CORRECT ANSWER>>-
Obvious and urgent safety hazards related to the building such as unstable construction, fire al
arms, or building
safety devices
Building Safety CORRECT ANSWER>>-
should be made to local building officials. Obvious and urgent safety hazards unrelated to the
building may be reported to AHCA.
. Hygiene CORRECT ANSWER>>-
. Is the resident's hygiene being neglected? Is the resident dirty with dirty or wet clothing? Ar
e odors present?
Hygiene CORRECT ANSWER>>-
Although residents have the opportunity and are encouraged to perform personal hygiene, sta
ff should recognize the need
Hygiene CORRECT ANSWER>>-Clothing
should be clean and in good repair, however, a resident cannot be forced to wash or change cl
othes.
Questions with Correct Answers 2025/2026
Proper licensure. Is a valid license posted in the facility visible to those who enter? If not, verif
y licensure at CORRECT ANSWER>>-true
If the facility is not licensed but appears to be operating as an ALF, report possible unlicensed
activity. CORRECT ANSWER>>-true
Mechanical lifting equipment CORRECT ANSWER>>-
Mechanical lifting devices such as Hoyer Lifts are prohibited in ALFs. Residents who need
mechanical lifting devices to get out of bed or chairs are not appropriate for an ALF.
Sufficient food CORRECT ANSWER>>-
Based on the menu, is there enough food to prepare (including snacks)?
Medication administration CORRECT ANSWER>>-
Does any resident indicate they are not receiving their medication?
Resident whereabouts/ safety. CORRECT ANSWER>>-
Have any residents eloped (missing) and what is the response?
Restraints. Restraints are prohibited CORRECT ANSWER>>-
Are restraints being used? Examples of restraints: Buckle or Velcro seat belt in the
Restraints. Restraints are prohibited CORRECT ANSWER>>-
wheelchair that resident cannot release, Geriatric Chairs with lap trays and, the use of sheets
tied to a chair to support resident. Family request is not justification for the use of restraints.
, Restraints. Restraints are prohibited CORRECT ANSWER>>-Only half- bed
rails are allowed with a physician's order every 6 months
Restraints. Restraints are prohibited CORRECT ANSWER>>-An ALF
resident who is also on hospice care can have full bed rails if the health care provider and inte
rdisciplinary plan identifies that
the resident needs them.
Building Safety CORRECT ANSWER>>-
Obvious and urgent safety hazards related to the building such as unstable construction, fire al
arms, or building
safety devices
Building Safety CORRECT ANSWER>>-
should be made to local building officials. Obvious and urgent safety hazards unrelated to the
building may be reported to AHCA.
. Hygiene CORRECT ANSWER>>-
. Is the resident's hygiene being neglected? Is the resident dirty with dirty or wet clothing? Ar
e odors present?
Hygiene CORRECT ANSWER>>-
Although residents have the opportunity and are encouraged to perform personal hygiene, sta
ff should recognize the need
Hygiene CORRECT ANSWER>>-Clothing
should be clean and in good repair, however, a resident cannot be forced to wash or change cl
othes.
