Wisconsin Nursing Home Administrators (NHA) Practice Exam

In period B facilities, what is the minimum required feature for an elevator in terms of size?

1. Large enough for a wheelchair

2. Large enough for a resident and one guest

3. Large enough to hold a resident bed and attendant

4. Large enough to hold three residents

The correct answer is: Large enough for a wheelchair

In period B facilities, the minimum required feature for an elevator in terms of size is that it should be large enough for a wheelchair. This is crucial to ensure accessibility for residents with mobility issues who require a wheelchair for movement within the facility. Providing an elevator with adequate space for a wheelchair allows for the safe and convenient transportation of residents to different floors within the nursing home.