Florida Assisted Living Facilities Practice Exam

What must health assessments include from the resident's health care provider?

1. The resident's preferences for meal times

2. The license number and address of the health care provider

3. The name and contact number of the resident's next of kin

4. The name, address, title, and license number of the case manager

The correct answer is: The license number and address of the health care provider

The correct choice highlights the necessity for health assessments to include specific identifying information about the healthcare provider involved in the resident's care. This ensures that there is a clear and documented line of communication, accountability, and professional oversight regarding the health management of the resident. Including the license number is particularly crucial, as it verifies the legitimacy and qualifications of the healthcare provider, which is essential for maintaining safety and compliance with legal and regulatory standards in assisted living facilities. The other choices, while they may contain handy information, do not meet the critical requirements for health assessments that are mandated. Preferences for meal times, while relevant to the resident's comfort, do not pertain to health assessments. The name and contact number of the resident's next of kin is important for emergency situations but again does not constitute a healthcare assessment. Similarly, while knowing the case manager is useful, especially in coordinating care, only the healthcare provider's detail is mandated in the health assessment context to ensure proper medical oversight and continuity of care.