Wisconsin Nursing Home Administrators (NHA) Practice Exam

Who must complete a comprehensive resident assessment for a resident admitted for respite care?

1. The social worker

2. The attending physician

3. The RN or physician

4. The facility administrator

The correct answer is: The RN or physician

The RN or physician must complete a comprehensive resident assessment for a resident admitted for respite care because they are responsible for assessing the resident's medical needs and creating a care plan. The social worker may assist in gathering information for the assessment, but they do not have the same medical expertise. The attending physician is responsible for the resident's medical care, but the assessment and care plan fall under the duties of the RN or physician. The facility administrator is not involved in the direct care of the resident and would not have the knowledge or expertise to complete a comprehensive assessment.