Interdisciplinary Approach in Senior Living Facilities
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Which statement best describes the role of the pharmacist in an interdisciplinary team?

  • The pharmacist sets the overall treatment plan for residents.
  • The pharmacist oversees medication administration policies and procedures.
  • The pharmacist fills prescriptions based on physician orders and provides medication information. (correct)
  • The pharmacist is responsible for carrying out physician orders and calling in new orders.

    • What is the primary responsibility of the Director of Nursing in an interdisciplinary team?

  • Consulting with the facility to oversee medication administration and check for drug interactions.
  • Setting the overall treatment plan for residents and ordering medications.
  • Directing and overseeing medication administration policies and procedures. (correct)
  • Filling prescriptions based on physician orders and providing medication information.

    • Which team member is responsible for checking residents' records for potential drug interactions and serving as a resource to the facility?

  • The Charge Nurse
  • The Pharmacist
  • The Consultant Pharmacist (correct)
  • The Physician

    • What is the primary role of the Charge Nurse in an interdisciplinary team?

    <p>Carrying out physician orders and communicating new orders to the pharmacy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best illustrates the importance of an interdisciplinary approach in senior living facilities?

    <p>It facilitates collaboration among various departments to meet individual resident needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a Physical Therapist?

    <p>Uses methods like exercise and massage to reduce pain and improve mobility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for counseling residents and arranging home care services?

    <p>Licensed Social Worker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of a Registered Consultant Dietitian?

    <p>Provides nutritional consultation to the Dietary Manager and nursing staff</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of resident care, what could happen if one interdisciplinary team member does not fulfill their role?

    <p>The delivery of resident care might break down or be harmful to residents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What responsibilities are associated with a Nurse Aide?

    <p>Provides basic nursing care under supervision of a nurse or Charge Nurse</p> Signup and view all the answers

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