California Nursing Home Administrator License Practice Exam

Which of the following is a possible requirement for a resident being admitted to an ALF?

1. Administration of medication by a licensed nurse

2. Assistance with ambulation without any waivers

3. Total assistance with feeding

4. Receiving assistance from more than one person to transfer

The correct answer is: Receiving assistance from more than one person to transfer

A resident being admitted to an Assisted Living Facility (ALF) may have specific needs regarding their mobility and daily activities. The correct answer highlights that a resident might require assistance from more than one person to transfer. This requirement indicates a higher level of care and support for the resident, ensuring their safety and well-being during the transfer process. Assistance from multiple caregivers may be necessary for residents who have significant mobility challenges or medical conditions that make it unsafe for them to move independently. This requirement can be crucial for preventing falls and ensuring that residents can be safely moved from one location to another, such as from a bed to a wheelchair. Considering the other possible requirements listed, while medication administration and assistance with ambulation or feeding are also vital aspects of care, they do not inherently qualify the need for admission to an ALF. For instance, residents in an ALF may manage their medications independently, and some may only require minimal assistance with mobility or feeding within the facility's supportive framework. However, when multiple personnel are needed for safe transfers, it often indicates that additional resources and care levels are warranted, justifying admission to the facility.