Kansas Operator Examination — Information & Free Practice

The authority has not published an examination outline; the practice questions follow the scope of the existing question bank.

• I Discuss a conceptual, person-centered model for housing with services for older adults in licensed only facilities such as assisted living, home plus or adult day care.
• II Demonstrate a basic knowledge of needs which may develop as a result of the aging process and common chronic diseases found in older adults.
• III Demonstrate a knowledge of Kansas laws and regulations which govern the operation of licensed only adult care homes, including the Operator's ongoing responsibility for the facility's compliance.
• IV Show knowledge and demonstrate understanding of the rights of individuals who reside in long-term care facilities.
• V Show understanding of the role of the surveyor.
• VI Identify other state regulatory entities to which the Operator may be responsible.
• VII Discuss the Operator's responsibility for documentation, including charting and resident records.
• VIII Demonstrate the Operator's responsibility for basic principles of management, including support personnel, staff and record keeping.
• IX Show knowledge of the procedures involved in admission, transfer and discharge of residents, and understanding of Advance Directives.
• X Show understanding of the role of the Operator in performing a Functional Assessment Screen and developing a Negotiated Service Agreement.
• XI Show understanding of issues involved in abuse/neglect and exploitation, including prevention and reporting requirements.
• XII Identify strategies for communicating effectively with family members.
• XIII Discuss strategies for helping residents deal with behavioral symptoms, including those of dementia.
• XIV Identify basic principles in providing for the nutritional needs of older adults and safe food service management.
• XV Demonstrate a knowledge of infection control practices.
• XVI Demonstrate a basic understanding of the Operator's responsibility in medication management.
• XVII Demonstrate a basic understanding of fire safety and emergency procedures.