Chapter 1

The purpose of rehabilitation is to

• Prevent chronic illnesses

• Restore function and independence

• Detect terminal illnesses

• Treat urgent illnesses

A person is admitted to a hospital. Which is true?

• The person is called a resident

• Chronic illnesses are not treated

• The person cannot leave

• The person receives in patient care

A patient is ready for discharge from the hospital. The person needs more care before going home? Which is best?

• Stay in the hospital for as long as possible

• Do short term rehabilitation in a nursing center before going home

• Discharge from the hospital to home as soon as possible

• Avoid nursing center care

You work in an assisted living residence. You

• Give care in the persons home

• Care for patients recovering from surgery

• Help persons with their daily activities

• Care for persons with acute illnesses

A persons needs end of life care. Which can promote comfort and quality of life?

• Hospice

• Rehabilitation

• Restorative Care

• Memory Care

What controls policy in a health care agency?

• The survey team

• The board of directors

• The health team

• Medicare and Medicaid

Which health team member helps the person retain skills needed for daily living and work?

• Occupational therapist

• Social Worker

• Respiratory therapist

• Pharmacist

The nursing team includes

• Doctors

• Pharmacists

• Physical and occupational therapists

• RNs, LPNs/LVNs & nursing assistants

Which member of the nursing team requires the most education?

• Licensed vocational nurse

• Licensed practical nurse

• Registered nurse

• Nursing assistant

Nursing assistants are supervised by

• Licensed nurses

• Other nursing assistants

• The health team

• The medical director