Free New Jersey Assisted Living Administrator Examination Practice Questions

Sample Practice Questions

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1. 1Which concept names the overall model that combines housing and services while promoting aging in place and shared responsibility?

   1. A. Assisted living
   2. B. Managed risk
   3. C. Bounded choice
   4. D. Homelike environment

   Answer: A

   Explanation: N.J.A.C. 8:36 defines assisted living as the overall coordinated housing-and-services model built on aging in place, shared responsibility, and resident-centered values. The other options are constituent concepts within that model.

   Reference: Njac 8 36 2021 Readoption — N.J.A.C. 8:36-1.3, definition of assisted living

2. 2Which age-related factor that can hinder social connection is specifically a sensory change?

   1. A. Memory loss
   2. B. Mobility difficulty
   3. C. Hearing loss
   4. D. Loss of family and friends

   Answer: C

   Explanation: The National Institute on Aging identifies all four as factors that may hinder social connection; hearing loss is the sensory change asked for here.

   Reference: Taking care of your mental health — Taking care of your mental health; Social isolation and loneliness

3. 3Who must perform the initial assessment when a resident is admitted to a New Jersey assisted living setting?

   1. A. Registered professional nurse
   2. B. Certified medication aide
   3. C. Personal care assistant
   4. D. Licensed pharmacist

   Answer: A

   Explanation: N.J.A.C. 8:36-7.1 requires the initial assessment on admission to be performed by a registered professional nurse.

   Reference: N.J.A.C. 8:36-1.3 — N.J.A.C. 8:36-7.1(a)

4. 4A resident has general service needs but no health service needs. When is the general service plan due?

   1. A. No later than day 2
   2. B. No later than day 7
   3. C. No later than day 14
   4. D. No later than day 30

   Answer: C

   Explanation: N.J.A.C. 8:36-7.1 requires a general service plan within 14 days of admission when general service needs are identified.

   Reference: N.J.A.C. 8:36-1.3 — N.J.A.C. 8:36-7.1(b)

5. 5When a resident's preferred choice may create harm, which document formalizes the negotiated balance between autonomy and safety?

   1. A. Admission agreement
   2. B. Managed risk agreement
   3. C. General service plan
   4. D. Health service plan

   Answer: B

   Explanation: A managed risk agreement is the formal written plan negotiated to balance a resident's choice and independence with safety.

   Reference: Njac 8 36 2021 Readoption — N.J.A.C. 8:36-1.3, managed risk and managed risk agreement

6. 6How long must resident records be retained after discharge?

   1. A. 3 years
   2. B. 5 years
   3. C. 7 years
   4. D. 10 years

   Answer: D

   Explanation: N.J.A.C. 8:36-15.4 requires retention of all resident records for 10 years after discharge.

   Reference: N.J.A.C. 8:36-1.3 — N.J.A.C. 8:36-15.4

7. 7What administrator coverage must every assisted living residence maintain?

   1. A. An administrator or designated alternate available at all times
   2. B. An administrator onsite only during surveys
   3. C. A pharmacist acting as administrator every night
   4. D. A resident council member serving as alternate

   Answer: A

   Explanation: The facility must appoint an administrator, designate an alternate in writing, and have the administrator or alternate available at all times.

   Reference: N.J.A.C. 8:36-1.3 — N.J.A.C. 8:36-3.1(a)

8. 8When may a designated employee supervise a resident's self-administration of medication?

   1. A. When indicated in the service plan and performed according to prescriber orders
   2. B. Whenever the employee believes medication might help
   3. C. Only when no medication order exists
   4. D. Only after the resident gives up pharmacy choice

   Answer: A

   Explanation: Supervision of self-administration must be indicated in the general or health service plan and carried out according to physician orders.

   Reference: N.J.A.C. 8:36-1.3 — N.J.A.C. 8:36-11.3(a)

9. 9What is the minimum clear width for exit-access passageways, aisles, and corridors?

   1. A. 36 inches
   2. B. 40 inches
   3. C. 44 inches
   4. D. 48 inches

   Answer: C

   Explanation: N.J.A.C. 8:36-16.4 requires at least 44 inches of clear space.

   Reference: N.J.A.C. 8:36-1.3 — N.J.A.C. 8:36-16.4

10. 10A resident wants to keep long-standing daily routines and personal belongings. Which assisted living value is most directly involved?

    1. A. Independence
    2. B. Individuality
    3. C. Managed risk
    4. D. Bounded choice

    Answer: B

    Explanation: The rule's concept of individuality recognizes each resident's unique needs, capabilities, personality, background, and preferences. Preserving personal routines and belongings applies that value.

    Reference: Njac 8 36 2023 Social Isolation — N.J.A.C. 8:36-1.3, definition of individuality