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North Dakota Assisted Living Administrator
Exam | Latest Verified Questions and
Detailed Answers
OVERVIEW DESCRIPTION:
This document contains unique multiple-choice questions designed for the North Dakota
Assisted Living Administrator Exam. The questions are based on the North Dakota
Department of Health and Human Services regulations, covering key topics such as
licensing requirements, resident rights, service planning, medication administration, staff
training, safety protocols, and the core philosophy of maximizing resident independence.
Each question includes a correct answer and a brief expert rationale to reinforce
understanding of state-specific assisted living standards.
QUESTION 1
What is the minimum age requirement to be an administrator in a North Dakota
Assisted Living facility?
A. 18
B. 21
C. 25
D. 30
CORRECT ANSWER: B
EXPERT RATIONALE: North Dakota regulations require assisted living administrators to
be at least 21 years of age to hold the position.
QUESTION 2
Which entity licenses assisted living facilities in North Dakota?
A. Department of Housing
B. North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services
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C. Department of Aging Services
D. State Board of Nursing
CORRECT ANSWER: B
EXPERT RATIONALE: The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services
oversees licensing and regulation of assisted living facilities.
QUESTION 3
Which of the following services must an assisted living facility in North Dakota provide?
A. Intravenous therapy
B. Hospice care
C. Assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs)
D. Dialysis
CORRECT ANSWER: C
EXPERT RATIONALE: Assisted living facilities are required to offer assistance with ADLs
such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
QUESTION 4
How often must a service plan be reviewed for residents in North Dakota ALFs?
A. Once every five years
B. Only upon admission
C. At least annually or when there is a significant change in condition
D. Every six months
CORRECT ANSWER: C
EXPERT RATIONALE: Service plans must be reviewed at least annually and updated with
any significant change in the resident's condition.
QUESTION 5
What document is required before admitting a new resident to an assisted living facility?
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A. Voter registration card
B. Personal diary
C. Resident agreement/contract
D. Social media account
CORRECT ANSWER: C
EXPERT RATIONALE: The tenancy agreement must be signed by the tenant or the
tenant's legal representative.
QUESTION 6
What is the primary purpose of a resident service plan in assisted living?
A. To meet licensing requirements only
B. To document staff training
C. To identify and address the individual needs of each resident
D. To outline staff schedules
CORRECT ANSWER: C
EXPERT RATIONALE: A resident service plan ensures that each resident’s unique physical,
emotional, and social needs are met appropriately.
QUESTION 7
Which federal law ensures residents’ rights in long-term care facilities?
A. HIPAA
B. OBRA 1987
C. ADA
D. OSHA
CORRECT ANSWER: B
EXPERT RATIONALE: The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) of 1987 outlines
residents’ rights in nursing facilities, which many states extend to assisted living.
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QUESTION 8
A resident has the right to be free from:
A. Fire drills
B. Medication
C. Unnecessary restraints
D. Family visits
CORRECT ANSWER: C
EXPERT RATIONALE: Residents have the right to be free from physical or chemical
restraints unless medically necessary and properly documented.
QUESTION 9
Which is an example of promoting resident autonomy?
A. Scheduling all residents’ showers at the same time
B. Requiring residents to eat meals in their rooms
C. Allowing residents to choose their own meal times
D. Assigning roommates without their input
CORRECT ANSWER: C
EXPERT RATIONALE: Allowing residents choices supports their independence and
dignity.
QUESTION 10
Who is responsible for ensuring compliance with infection control policies?
A. Residents
B. Housekeeping only
C. All facility staff and administration
D. Only the nursing director
CORRECT ANSWER: C
North Dakota Assisted Living Administrator
Exam | Latest Verified Questions and
Detailed Answers
OVERVIEW DESCRIPTION:
This document contains unique multiple-choice questions designed for the North Dakota
Assisted Living Administrator Exam. The questions are based on the North Dakota
Department of Health and Human Services regulations, covering key topics such as
licensing requirements, resident rights, service planning, medication administration, staff
training, safety protocols, and the core philosophy of maximizing resident independence.
Each question includes a correct answer and a brief expert rationale to reinforce
understanding of state-specific assisted living standards.
QUESTION 1
What is the minimum age requirement to be an administrator in a North Dakota
Assisted Living facility?
A. 18
B. 21
C. 25
D. 30
CORRECT ANSWER: B
EXPERT RATIONALE: North Dakota regulations require assisted living administrators to
be at least 21 years of age to hold the position.
QUESTION 2
Which entity licenses assisted living facilities in North Dakota?
A. Department of Housing
B. North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services
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C. Department of Aging Services
D. State Board of Nursing
CORRECT ANSWER: B
EXPERT RATIONALE: The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services
oversees licensing and regulation of assisted living facilities.
QUESTION 3
Which of the following services must an assisted living facility in North Dakota provide?
A. Intravenous therapy
B. Hospice care
C. Assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs)
D. Dialysis
CORRECT ANSWER: C
EXPERT RATIONALE: Assisted living facilities are required to offer assistance with ADLs
such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
QUESTION 4
How often must a service plan be reviewed for residents in North Dakota ALFs?
A. Once every five years
B. Only upon admission
C. At least annually or when there is a significant change in condition
D. Every six months
CORRECT ANSWER: C
EXPERT RATIONALE: Service plans must be reviewed at least annually and updated with
any significant change in the resident's condition.
QUESTION 5
What document is required before admitting a new resident to an assisted living facility?
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A. Voter registration card
B. Personal diary
C. Resident agreement/contract
D. Social media account
CORRECT ANSWER: C
EXPERT RATIONALE: The tenancy agreement must be signed by the tenant or the
tenant's legal representative.
QUESTION 6
What is the primary purpose of a resident service plan in assisted living?
A. To meet licensing requirements only
B. To document staff training
C. To identify and address the individual needs of each resident
D. To outline staff schedules
CORRECT ANSWER: C
EXPERT RATIONALE: A resident service plan ensures that each resident’s unique physical,
emotional, and social needs are met appropriately.
QUESTION 7
Which federal law ensures residents’ rights in long-term care facilities?
A. HIPAA
B. OBRA 1987
C. ADA
D. OSHA
CORRECT ANSWER: B
EXPERT RATIONALE: The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) of 1987 outlines
residents’ rights in nursing facilities, which many states extend to assisted living.
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QUESTION 8
A resident has the right to be free from:
A. Fire drills
B. Medication
C. Unnecessary restraints
D. Family visits
CORRECT ANSWER: C
EXPERT RATIONALE: Residents have the right to be free from physical or chemical
restraints unless medically necessary and properly documented.
QUESTION 9
Which is an example of promoting resident autonomy?
A. Scheduling all residents’ showers at the same time
B. Requiring residents to eat meals in their rooms
C. Allowing residents to choose their own meal times
D. Assigning roommates without their input
CORRECT ANSWER: C
EXPERT RATIONALE: Allowing residents choices supports their independence and
dignity.
QUESTION 10
Who is responsible for ensuring compliance with infection control policies?
A. Residents
B. Housekeeping only
C. All facility staff and administration
D. Only the nursing director
CORRECT ANSWER: C
