Florida Assisted Living Facilities Practice Exam

Residents in a standard ALF may be bedridden for how many days?

1. 3 days

2. 5 days

3. 7 days

4. 14 days

The correct answer is: 7 days

In a standard Assisted Living Facility (ALF) in Florida, the regulation allows residents to be bedridden for a maximum of 7 consecutive days. This is aligned with the facility's ability to provide a certain level of care while maintaining the safety and well-being of all residents. Being bedridden longer than this timeframe might indicate an increased need for medical care that goes beyond what an ALF can provide. This regulation ensures that the facility can offer the appropriate support and assistance to residents, while also encouraging an active lifestyle and preventing deterioration in health due to prolonged immobility.