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What is the primary goal when monitoring a physically disabled inmate?
Why is it essential to search the properties of disabled inmates with the same frequency as the general population?
What should be checked regarding an inmate's medical appliances?
What role does a personal care attendant play concerning disabled inmates?
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Which of the following is not considered a responsibility of a personal care attendant?
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As the population of aging inmates increases, what trend is likely to occur?
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What should be done regarding medically issued passes for disabled inmates?
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Which of these activities is a personal care attendant allowed to perform?
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What is a potential misuse of a medical appliance by a disabled inmate?
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When monitoring disabled inmates with personal care attendants, what must be ensured?
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Study Notes
Monitoring Inmates With Disabilities
- The number of inmates with disabilities is increasing due to an aging prison population.
- Inmates with disabilities may use their assistive devices to conceal contraband.
- Search techniques used for the general population should also be applied to inmates with disabilities, including searches of their property and medical appliances.
- Pay close attention to detachable parts of medical appliances as these can be used as weapons.
- Verify medically issued passes that allow inmates to possess medical appliances and additional supplies.
- Inmates with significant disabilities may have personal care attendants, who are other inmates.
- Ensure assigned personal care attendants are performing their duties within the allowable scope, including pushing wheelchairs, changing linens, providing hygiene assistance, and feeding.
- Personal care attendants are not authorized to handle medical devices, medications, surgical instruments, or participate in healthcare activities or record keeping.
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This quiz covers the protocols for monitoring inmates with disabilities within prison systems. It addresses the challenges posed by assistive devices and the role of personal care attendants. Understand the necessary search techniques and oversight required to ensure safety and compliance in these situations.