California Nursing Home Administrator License Practice Exam

Under what condition may the agency be appointed?

1. A facility is cited for a class IV violation

2. Residents must meet all residency criteria for admission

3. The facility must post a notice of moratorium to the public

4. The facility must discharge all their residents

The correct answer is: The facility must post a notice of moratorium to the public

The appointment of an agency is often associated with significant issues within a facility that may warrant oversight and intervention. When a facility posts a notice of moratorium to the public, it indicates that the facility is temporarily ceasing admissions due to certain circumstances, which could include serious deficiencies in care or compliance with regulations. This moratorium serves as a flag that the facility is facing challenges that may require the assistance of an agency to ensure that resident care is not compromised and to provide oversight on required improvements. In situations where a facility is cited for violations, while it highlights issues of compliance, it does not inherently lead to the automatic appointment of an agency unless the situation escalates. Similarly, residents meeting admission criteria or discharging residents does not call for the intervention of an agency. The moratorium demonstrates a proactive approach to addressing and correcting operational deficiencies, thereby making the appointment of an agency a logical step for ensuring accountability and safety for the residents.