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Under OBRA, which statement best describes why resident rights were strengthened in long-term care?
- A.OBRA allows facilities to limit visitors to reduce workload
- B.OBRA requires residents to follow all staff instructions without question
- C.OBRA was written only to set staffing pay rates
- D.OBRA set national standards to protect quality of care and quality of life for nursing home residents
Correct answer
D. OBRA set national standards to protect quality of care and quality of life for nursing home residents
Why
OBRA, the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, established federal standards for nursing home care and a bill of rights for residents. It focuses on quality of care, quality of life, and resident autonomy, not on limiting rights.
Content outline: Role of the Nurse Aide - Client Rights: OBRA and Resident Rights · From the Role of the Nurse Aide practice bank (RA-003).