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| Certification Exam Prep
1. If hand washing is not feasible and hands are not soiled, it is permissible to
use:
diluted chlorine-based solutions
alcohol-based solutions
hydrogen peroxide solutions
nosocomial solutions
2. A closed shop is a company that does which of the following?
sponsors a union
applies to all unionized workplaces
refuses to hire union members
requires employees to become union members
3. What is the required notice period for a resident's discharge or transfer from
a nursing facility?
45 days
90 days
30 days
60 days
4. Which of the following is NOT considered a resident's right in nursing
facilities?
, Privacy for marital relations
A large screen television
Refusing treatment
Seeking medical records
5. If a nursing facility is planning a new activity program, which approach should
they take to ensure it meets regulatory standards?
Schedule activities only during weekdays to maintain consistency.
Focus solely on group activities to promote socialization.
Limit activities to those that can be conducted indoors only.
Conduct assessments of residents' interests and needs to tailor
activities accordingly.
6. In negotiating a transfer agreement a nursing facility's administrator must
ensure that the hospital transferring the residents
Is within a 50 miles radius of the facility
Is approved for participation under both Medicare and Medicaid
has an adequate amount of beds and resources to accommodate
residents
Had been certified by the Joint commission (TJC)
7. According to the Life Safety Code, how many exits must a nursing facility
have for egress?
One unobstructed exit
Two unobstructed, marked and unlocked exits
Four unlocked exits
Three marked exits
,8. If a nursing facility fails to respect a resident's right to privacy for marital
relations, what potential consequences could arise for the facility?
Legal action and loss of accreditation
No consequences as it is not a serious issue
Increased funding from the government
Improved resident satisfaction
9. The comprehensive assessment must be completed within days of
admission of the resident.
14
21
30
7
10. What is the time frame within which a nursing facility must request an
informal dispute resolution (IDR) after receiving a statement of deficiencies?
Ten days
Seven days
Three days
Five days
11. Describe the circumstances under which alcohol-based solutions can be
used for hand hygiene in nursing facilities.
Alcohol-based solutions are only for cleaning surfaces, not hands.
Alcohol-based solutions should only be used when hands are visibly
dirty.
, Alcohol-based solutions can replace hand washing at all times.
Alcohol-based solutions can be used when hand washing is not
feasible and hands are not visibly soiled.
12. A resident is to be discharged from your facility for failure to pay for his care.
According to the "Resident's Bill of Rights," what is the proper amount of
notice that he must be given?
60 days
30 days
No notice is required.
7 days
13. In a situation where a resident speaks a language not commonly spoken in
the facility, what steps should the nursing staff take to ensure effective
communication?
Provide written materials in English only.
Communicate using gestures and body language.
Ask other residents if they can translate.
Arrange for an interpreter who speaks the resident's language.
14. Which of the following resources should a medicare billing clerk use to
determine whether a service or treatment is covered?
Durable Medical Equipment Rental Carrier Program
Means test
Balanced Budget Act of 1997
Health Care Common Procedures Coding system
15. Which report is utilized by the business office to determine daily charges in