NC ASSISTED LIVING ADMINISTRATOR STATE EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

NC ASSISTED LIVING LATEST
ADMINISTRATOR STATE
EXAM
1. The primary goal of assisted living facilities is to:


A. Provide hospital-level care
B. Promote independence while ensuring safety
C. Replace family care entirely
D. Provide only housing


Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assisted living emphasizes maintaining resident
independence while providing necessary support and supervision.


2. A resident’s rights include:


A. Limited privacy
B. Full privacy and dignity
C. No decision-making power
D. Restricted communication

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, NC ASSISTED LIVING LATEST
ADMINISTRATOR STATE
EXAM

Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Residents are entitled to dignity, privacy, and participation in
care decisions.


3. Informed consent means:


A. Forcing treatment
B. Resident agrees after understanding risks and benefits
C. Family decides always
D. Staff decides


Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Residents must be informed and voluntarily agree to care or
treatment.


4. Advance directives are used to:


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, NC ASSISTED LIVING LATEST
ADMINISTRATOR STATE
EXAM
A. Assign staff
B. Document future healthcare decisions
C. Record payments
D. Track medication


Correct Answer: B
Rationale: They guide care when residents cannot communicate
decisions.


5. Abuse includes:


A. Only physical harm
B. Physical, emotional, or financial harm
C. Only neglect
D. Only verbal issues


Correct Answer: B

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, NC ASSISTED LIVING LATEST
ADMINISTRATOR STATE
EXAM
Rationale: Abuse encompasses multiple forms, all prohibited.


6. Neglect is defined as:


A. Intentional harm
B. Failure to provide necessary care
C. Verbal abuse only
D. Financial misuse


Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Neglect occurs when essential care needs are not met.


7. Exploitation refers to:


A. Providing care
B. Improper use of resident’s resources
C. Medication errors
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