ARKANSAS NURSING HOME ADMIN STATE EXAM COMPLETE
EXAM MASTERY GUIDE WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS (2025–2026)
(452.7) Where laundry is provided on the facility premises : "425.7.1- 425.7.7" - correct answer
-(452.7.1 ) An employee shall be designated in charge of the service.
Administrator - correct answer -a person licensed as a nursing home administrator by the
department who administers, manages, supervises, or is in general administrative charge of a
nursing home
Alteration - correct answer -any work other than maintenance in an existing building and which
does not increase the floor or roof area or the volume of enclosed space
Consultant - correct answer -a qualified person who gives professional advice or service within
his/her speciality , with or without re-numeration
Consultant Dietitian - correct answer -a person who is eligible for registration by the Dietetic
Association, has a baccalaureate degree with major studies in food and nutrition, dietetics, or
foodservice management; has one year of supervisory experience in the dietetic service of a
health care institution and participates annually in continuing dietetic education
Consultant Pharmacist - correct answer -a qualified licensed, registered pharmacist, who under
arrangement with an institution , renders assistance in developing, implementing , evaluating,
and revising where indicated , polices and procedures for providing the administrative and
technical guidance of the pharmaceutical services relative to labeling, storing, handling,
dispensing and all other matters pertaining to the administration and control of drugs and
medication. He/she provides such services and monitors activities within the institution with
the express purpose of creating and maintaining the highest standards in medication
distribution, control, and service.
Controlled Substances - correct answer -a drug, substance or immediate precursor in Schedules
I through B of Article 11 of Controlles Substances Act.
,Department - correct answer -shall mean the Arkansas Dept. of Human Services (DHS)
Director - correct answer -shall mean the Chief of Administrative Officer in the Office of Long
Term Care
Disinfection - correct answer -The process employed to destroy harmful microorganisms, but
ordinarily not viruses and bacterial spores
Division - correct answer -DHS/ Division of Medical Services
Drug - correct answer -(a )articles recognized in the Official United States Pharmacopeia of the
United States or Official National Formulary , or any supplement to any of them; and (b) articles
intended for use in the diagnosis cure mitigation ,treatment , or prevention of disease in man or
other animal ; and (c) articles (other than food) intended to affect the structure or any function
of the body of man or other animals ; and (d) articles specified in clause (a) (b) (c) ; but does not
include devices or their components , parts or accessories
Drug administration - correct answer -is an act restricted to nursing personnel as defined in
Nursing Practice Act 432 or 1971, in which a single dose of a prescribed drugs or biological is
given to a patient. This activity includes the removal of the dose from a previously dispensed,
properly labeled container, verifying it with the prescribers orders, giving the individual dose to
the proper patient , and recording the time and dose given.
Drug Dispensing - correct answer -is an act restricted to pharmacist which involves the issuance
of one or more doses of a medication in a container other than the original , with such new
containers being properly labeled by the designer as to content and/or directions for use as
directed by the prescriber . This activity also includes the compounding ,counting , and
transferring of medication from one labeled container to another
,Existing Facilties - correct answer -are those facilities which were in operation, or those
proposed facilities which began construction or renovation of a building under final plans
approved by the Division prior to adoption of these regulations
Fire Resistance Rating - correct answer -shall mean the time in hours or fractions thereof that
materials or their assemblies will resist fire exposure as determined by the fire test conducted in
accordance with recognized standards.
Governing Body - correct answer -Shall mean the individuals or group in whom the ultimate
authority and legal responsibility is vested for conduct of the nursing home
Institution - correct answer -is any facility requiring licensure under these regulations
Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) - correct answer -is a nursing home licensed by Arkansas Social
Services as meeting the Intermediate Care Facility regulations. It is a health facility or a distinct
part of a hospital or Skilled Nursing Facility staffed, organized, operated, and , maintained to
provide 24-hour long term inpatient care and other restorative services under nursing
supervision
Legend Drugs - correct answer -are drugs , which, because of the toxicity or other potentially
for harmful effect, or the method of their use, or the collateral measures necessary to their use,
are not safe for use except under the supervision of a practitioner licensed by law to administer
such drugs, or shall be dispensed only on prescription by the pharmacist . Such drugs bear the
label "Caution Federal Law Prohibits Dispensing Without Prescription."
License - correct answer -Shall mean the basic document issued by the Division permitting the
operations of nursing homes. This document constitutes the authority to receive patients and to
perform the services included within the scope of these regulations.
Licensed Bed Capacity - correct answer -Shall mean the exact number of beds for which license
application has been made and granted.
, Licensee - correct answer -Shall mean any state, municipality, political subdivision, institution ,
public, or private corporation, association, individual , partnership or any other entity to whom
a license is issued for the purpose of operating the nursing home , who shall assume primary
responsibility for complying with approved standards for the institution.
New Construction - correct answer -Means those facilities which are constructed or renovated
for the purpose of operating an institution according to architectural plans approved by the
Division subsequent to adoption of these rules
Nursing Home - correct answer -Shall mean and be construed to include any buildings,
structure, agency, institution, or other place for the reception , accommodation, board, care, or
treatment of two or more unrelated individuals , who , because of physical or metal infirmity
are unable to sufficiently or properly care for themselves , and for which reception ,
accommodation , board, care, and treatment, a charge is made, provided the term "Nursing
Home" shall not include the offices of private physicians and surgeons, board homes, or
hospitals, or institutions operated by the Federal Government. (Section 2 Act 141 of 1961 as
amended)
Nursing Home Classifications - correct answer -shall mean the level of care the nursing home is
capable of rendering such as Skilled Nursing Facility, Intermediate Care Facility, and
Intermediate Care Facility for the mentally retarded
Long Term Care Facility Advisory Board - correct answer -Shall mean the Long Term Care Facility
Advisory Board as established under Act 28 of 1979
O.T.C Drugs - correct answer -are commonly referred to as "over the counter," or patient
medication that may be provided without prescription
Patient - correct answer -(interchangeable with resident) shall mean any individual who is being
treated by a physician or whose health is being supervised by a physician while residing within
the respective facility
EXAM MASTERY GUIDE WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS (2025–2026)
(452.7) Where laundry is provided on the facility premises : "425.7.1- 425.7.7" - correct answer
-(452.7.1 ) An employee shall be designated in charge of the service.
Administrator - correct answer -a person licensed as a nursing home administrator by the
department who administers, manages, supervises, or is in general administrative charge of a
nursing home
Alteration - correct answer -any work other than maintenance in an existing building and which
does not increase the floor or roof area or the volume of enclosed space
Consultant - correct answer -a qualified person who gives professional advice or service within
his/her speciality , with or without re-numeration
Consultant Dietitian - correct answer -a person who is eligible for registration by the Dietetic
Association, has a baccalaureate degree with major studies in food and nutrition, dietetics, or
foodservice management; has one year of supervisory experience in the dietetic service of a
health care institution and participates annually in continuing dietetic education
Consultant Pharmacist - correct answer -a qualified licensed, registered pharmacist, who under
arrangement with an institution , renders assistance in developing, implementing , evaluating,
and revising where indicated , polices and procedures for providing the administrative and
technical guidance of the pharmaceutical services relative to labeling, storing, handling,
dispensing and all other matters pertaining to the administration and control of drugs and
medication. He/she provides such services and monitors activities within the institution with
the express purpose of creating and maintaining the highest standards in medication
distribution, control, and service.
Controlled Substances - correct answer -a drug, substance or immediate precursor in Schedules
I through B of Article 11 of Controlles Substances Act.
,Department - correct answer -shall mean the Arkansas Dept. of Human Services (DHS)
Director - correct answer -shall mean the Chief of Administrative Officer in the Office of Long
Term Care
Disinfection - correct answer -The process employed to destroy harmful microorganisms, but
ordinarily not viruses and bacterial spores
Division - correct answer -DHS/ Division of Medical Services
Drug - correct answer -(a )articles recognized in the Official United States Pharmacopeia of the
United States or Official National Formulary , or any supplement to any of them; and (b) articles
intended for use in the diagnosis cure mitigation ,treatment , or prevention of disease in man or
other animal ; and (c) articles (other than food) intended to affect the structure or any function
of the body of man or other animals ; and (d) articles specified in clause (a) (b) (c) ; but does not
include devices or their components , parts or accessories
Drug administration - correct answer -is an act restricted to nursing personnel as defined in
Nursing Practice Act 432 or 1971, in which a single dose of a prescribed drugs or biological is
given to a patient. This activity includes the removal of the dose from a previously dispensed,
properly labeled container, verifying it with the prescribers orders, giving the individual dose to
the proper patient , and recording the time and dose given.
Drug Dispensing - correct answer -is an act restricted to pharmacist which involves the issuance
of one or more doses of a medication in a container other than the original , with such new
containers being properly labeled by the designer as to content and/or directions for use as
directed by the prescriber . This activity also includes the compounding ,counting , and
transferring of medication from one labeled container to another
,Existing Facilties - correct answer -are those facilities which were in operation, or those
proposed facilities which began construction or renovation of a building under final plans
approved by the Division prior to adoption of these regulations
Fire Resistance Rating - correct answer -shall mean the time in hours or fractions thereof that
materials or their assemblies will resist fire exposure as determined by the fire test conducted in
accordance with recognized standards.
Governing Body - correct answer -Shall mean the individuals or group in whom the ultimate
authority and legal responsibility is vested for conduct of the nursing home
Institution - correct answer -is any facility requiring licensure under these regulations
Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) - correct answer -is a nursing home licensed by Arkansas Social
Services as meeting the Intermediate Care Facility regulations. It is a health facility or a distinct
part of a hospital or Skilled Nursing Facility staffed, organized, operated, and , maintained to
provide 24-hour long term inpatient care and other restorative services under nursing
supervision
Legend Drugs - correct answer -are drugs , which, because of the toxicity or other potentially
for harmful effect, or the method of their use, or the collateral measures necessary to their use,
are not safe for use except under the supervision of a practitioner licensed by law to administer
such drugs, or shall be dispensed only on prescription by the pharmacist . Such drugs bear the
label "Caution Federal Law Prohibits Dispensing Without Prescription."
License - correct answer -Shall mean the basic document issued by the Division permitting the
operations of nursing homes. This document constitutes the authority to receive patients and to
perform the services included within the scope of these regulations.
Licensed Bed Capacity - correct answer -Shall mean the exact number of beds for which license
application has been made and granted.
, Licensee - correct answer -Shall mean any state, municipality, political subdivision, institution ,
public, or private corporation, association, individual , partnership or any other entity to whom
a license is issued for the purpose of operating the nursing home , who shall assume primary
responsibility for complying with approved standards for the institution.
New Construction - correct answer -Means those facilities which are constructed or renovated
for the purpose of operating an institution according to architectural plans approved by the
Division subsequent to adoption of these rules
Nursing Home - correct answer -Shall mean and be construed to include any buildings,
structure, agency, institution, or other place for the reception , accommodation, board, care, or
treatment of two or more unrelated individuals , who , because of physical or metal infirmity
are unable to sufficiently or properly care for themselves , and for which reception ,
accommodation , board, care, and treatment, a charge is made, provided the term "Nursing
Home" shall not include the offices of private physicians and surgeons, board homes, or
hospitals, or institutions operated by the Federal Government. (Section 2 Act 141 of 1961 as
amended)
Nursing Home Classifications - correct answer -shall mean the level of care the nursing home is
capable of rendering such as Skilled Nursing Facility, Intermediate Care Facility, and
Intermediate Care Facility for the mentally retarded
Long Term Care Facility Advisory Board - correct answer -Shall mean the Long Term Care Facility
Advisory Board as established under Act 28 of 1979
O.T.C Drugs - correct answer -are commonly referred to as "over the counter," or patient
medication that may be provided without prescription
Patient - correct answer -(interchangeable with resident) shall mean any individual who is being
treated by a physician or whose health is being supervised by a physician while residing within
the respective facility
