Wisconsin Nursing Home Administrators (NHA) Practice Exam

Except in emergencies, who must recommend the admission of a person with a developmental disability or a person under 65 with a mental illness?

1. A psychiatric evaluation team

2. The facility's medical director

3. The county of residence

4. The patient’s primary care physician

The correct answer is: A psychiatric evaluation team

In the state of Wisconsin, the admission of a person with a developmental disability or a person under 65 with a mental illness must be recommended by a psychiatric evaluation team, as stated in the Wisconsin regulations. The psychiatric evaluation team is specifically trained and qualified to assess the individual's mental health needs and determine the appropriateness of admission to a nursing home. It is important for the team to evaluate the individual comprehensively to ensure they receive the necessary care and support in the most suitable environment. The other options are incorrect because: - The facility's medical director may have valuable input regarding the individual's medical needs but may not be specifically focused on the mental health aspect required for admission of a person with a developmental disability or mental illness. - The county of residence is not directly involved in recommending the admission of the individual based on their developmental or mental health condition. - The patient’s primary care physician, while important for overall medical care, may not have the specialized knowledge and expertise in mental health assessments required for admitting individuals with developmental disabilities or mental illnesses.