Questions about Facility Choices and Residents' Rights

What is one of the questions families might consider when choosing a facility for a loved one?

• Is the facility located near a shopping center?

• Do the staff speak courteously to other staff members?

• Are there recreational activities available for visitors?

• Is there a swimming pool on the premises?

What is a way to assure residents about their personal property rights in a facility?

• Allowing residents to bring any number of items they want

• Ensuring residents can bring belongings unless it infringes on others' rights

• Providing a large storage space for all residents

• Offering insurance for all personal items

According to Residents' Rights, what is a resident entitled to regarding their mail?

• The right to have mail delivered only once a week

• The right to send and receive mail unopened

• The right to have mail read by staff for safety

• The right to receive only electronic mail

What might be a reason for a resident's adjustment to facility life being difficult?

• They have too many activities to choose from

• They are experiencing a decline in health and independence

• They have too much privacy

• They are given too much freedom

What is one guideline for helping new residents adjust to a facility?

• Encourage them to stay in their room

• Show respect for residents' belongings

• Limit their interaction with other residents

• Avoid discussing their past

What is one of the responsibilities of a nursing assistant during the discharge of a resident?

• Collect resident's belongings and pack them carefully.

• Introduce the resident to everyone at the new unit.

• Explain how to work bed controls.

• Provide light for doctor or nurse.

Which piece of equipment might a nursing assistant use during an exam?

• Sphygmomanometer

• Wheelchair

• Television

• Bed controls

What is one reason people develop sleep disorders?

• Illness

• Excessive exercise

• High sugar intake

• Frequent travel

What is emphasized about a resident's weight in the document?

• Any change should be reported as it can be a sign of illness.

• It should be checked weekly.

• It is not important unless the resident is bedridden.

• It should be recorded only during physical exams.

Which of the following is a potential effect of not sleeping well?

• Increased mental function

• Improved reaction time

• Decreased immune system function

• Enhanced mood