California Nursing Home Administrator License Practice Exam

What condition qualifies a resident for admission to an ECC facility?

1. 24-hour nursing supervision

2. 24-hour licensed professional mental health treatment

3. Total care with their activities of daily living

4. Assistance to manage post-surgical drainage tubes

The correct answer is: Total care with their activities of daily living

In an Enhanced Care Community (ECC) facility, the primary qualification for resident admission is often based on the need for total care in activities of daily living (ADLs). ADLs are essential self-care tasks that individuals may need support with as they age or if they have particular medical conditions. These tasks include eating, bathing, dressing, toileting, transferring, and maintaining continence. Residents who require assistance with the comprehensive performance of these daily activities typically need more than just periodic help; they often need consistent support throughout the day. This necessity for total care reflects the facility's capacity to provide a nurturing environment where residents receive the help they need to sustain their quality of life and maintain dignity. While 24-hour nursing supervision, professional mental health treatment, and assistance with post-surgical drainage tubes are certainly important aspects of care provided in various healthcare settings, they do not encompass the broader requirement for total care with daily living activities that specifically qualifies someone for admission to an ECC facility. The nature of an ECC is designed to support individuals who are more dependent on staff for comprehensive personal care rather than for specialized medical treatment.