Call Lights
True or False: It is acceptable to silence/turn off a resident’s call light before completely addressing the resident’s need(s).
FALSE
What do you wear for Enhanced Barrier Precautions?
Gown and Gloves
What does a RED dot next to a resident’s name outside their room indicate?
🔴 Diabetic 🔴
What should staff do before entering a resident’s room?
Knock, ask for permission, and introduce yourself before entering.
What is Self-Determination?
Resident right to make personal choices.
True or False: Only nursing staff are responsible for answering call lights.
FALSE
When do you wear PPE for Enhanced Barrier Precautions?
During high contact care
What does a BLUE dot next to a resident’s name outside their room indicate?
🔵 Thickened Liquids 🔵
What type of decision(s) do residents have the right to make?
Their own care. Including treatment, daily schedule, and personal choices.
What is the Right to Voice Grievances?
Resident right to raise concerns without retaliation.
True or False: Call lights are considered part of resident safety and quality care.
TRUE
Where is the sticker for Enhanced Barrier Precautions located?
Resident’s name plate outside resident’s room
What does a BLACK dot next to a resident’s name outside their room indicate?
⚫ Nothing by Mouth ⚫
True or False: Residents have the right to refuse care or treatment.
True
What is the Right to Be Free from Abuse and Restraints?
Resident right to be protected from abuse and unnecessary restraints.
What should staff do before turning off a resident’s call light?
Address the resident’s needs or ensure assistance has been provided.
What sticker indicates Enhanced Barrier Precautions?
Smiley face! 😊
What does a GREEN dot next to a resident’s name outside their room indicate?
🟢 Fluid Restriction 🟢
Residents have the right to be treated with ____ at all times.
Dignity and respect.
What are Personal and Medical Records?
Resident documents that they may review about themselves.
Who is responsible for answering resident call lights?
Everyone
How do you know if a resident is on Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP)?
Smiley face sticker on resident’s name tag outside their room.
What does a GOLD STAR next to a resident’s name outside their room indicate?
⭐️ Falling Star Program ⭐️ Resident is fall risk.
When providing care, what language should staff use when communicating with a resident?
Only the language the resident can understand and speak
These federally and state-protected rights ensure residents are treated with dignity and respect, free from abuse and neglect, and able to participate in their care, maintain privacy, voice concerns without fear, and make their own choices.
Resident Rights