Ohio Nursing Home Administrator Practice Exam

What does the plan of care for a resident in a nursing home need to contain?

1. What services, supplies, and equipment are needed, when, how often, and by whom they will be provided, and the measurable goals or outcomes

2. A daily schedule of activities only

3. A list of medications and food preferences

4. Emergency contact information for each resident

The correct answer is: What services, supplies, and equipment are needed, when, how often, and by whom they will be provided, and the measurable goals or outcomes

A plan of care for a resident in a nursing home needs to contain detailed information about the services, supplies, and equipment that the resident requires, including when, how often, and by whom they will be provided. It should also include measurable goals or outcomes to track the resident's progress. Option B, a daily schedule of activities only, is not enough as it does not address the resident's specific needs and goals. Option C, a list of medications and food preferences, is not comprehensive enough to cover all of the resident's care needs. Option D, emergency contact information, is important but does not encompass the full scope of a resident's care plan. Therefore, the most appropriate and complete choice is A.