Colorado Nursing Home Administrators (NHA) Practice Exam

When does the dietary supervisor need to prepare an initial nutritional history and assessment for each resident?

1. Upon request of the resident

2. Within two weeks of admission

3. Within one month of admission

4. During the first annual review

The correct answer is: Upon request of the resident

The correct answer is A. Upon request of the resident because it is essential for the dietary supervisor to prepare an initial nutritional history and assessment for each resident when the resident requests it. This ensures that the dietary needs and preferences of the resident are taken into account from the beginning of their stay in the nursing home. Options B, C, and D are not the correct choices because waiting two weeks to one month after admission or until the first annual review may delay the necessary dietary assessment that is crucial for the well-being of the resident. It is important to conduct this assessment promptly based on the resident's needs and requests.