Colorado Nursing Home Administrators (NHA) Practice Exam

How often after the initial discharge assessment should the facility evaluate the discharge potential of the resident?

1. Every 3 months or when there is a change of condition

2. Every 6 months or when there is a change of condition

3. Every 30 days or when there is a change of condition

4. Every year or when there is a change of condition

The correct answer is: Every 3 months or when there is a change of condition

The discharge potential of a resident should be evaluated regularly to ensure they are receiving the appropriate level of care and support. Option A, every 3 months or when there is a change of condition, is the most accurate frequency for evaluating discharge potential. This option allows for regular evaluation while also being responsive to any changes in the resident's condition. Option B, every 6 months or when there is a change of condition, is not as frequent as option A and may not catch changes in the resident's potential discharge needs. Option C, every 30 days or when there is a change of condition, may be too frequent and could lead to unnecessary evaluations if there are no changes in the resident's condition. Option D, every year or when there is a change of condition, is not frequent enough and may overlook potential discharge needs in the resident. Overall, option A strikes the best balance between frequent and responsive evaluations of discharge potential.