ADULT RESIDENTIAL FACILITY (ARF)
CALIFORNIA EXAM STUDYGUIDE 2025
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
An ARF may use manual restraint or seclusion with a
client only if? Correct Answer 1. Force used does not
exceed that which is necessary to avert injury or danger
being threatened
2. Risk of injury caused by the force applied does not
exceed the risk of injury being averted
3. Manual restraint or seclusion is used when a client's
behavior presents an imminent danger for serious injury to
self or others
4. Duration of a manual restraint or seclusion ceases as
soon as the risk of imminent danger or serious injury has
ceased
To become a certified adult residential administrator in
California, what is required? Correct Answer -Complete all
35 hours of training from an approved vendor certification
program
-Must have a high school diploma or pass a general
education development test(GED)
-Register to complete the state examination within 60 days
of completing the initial certification training
program(ICTP)
-Successfully pass the state ARF administrator exam
,T/F: A licensed program analyst from CCLD must show
their identification and make an appointment prior to
entering or inspecting an adult residential care facility.
Correct Answer False.
No appointment needed and anticipate unexpected visits.
ID is available upon request and encouraged
T/F: A room approved for non-ambulatory clients maybe
used only by a client whose physician has determined to
be non-ambulatory. Correct Answer False
An exception is a written authorization to use alternative
means granted for... Correct Answer -a particular client
-A particular staff person
During an emergency, a person who's physically able to
leave the facility unassisted, but because of a cognitive
impairment requires assistance is considered to be...
Correct Answer non-ambulatory
T/F: Cultural competence requires that organizations have
a defined set of value and principles and demonstrate
behaviors, attitudes, policies and structures that enables
them to work effectively within a cross-cultural
environment. Correct Answer True
T/F: If the consumer is to be admitted Into the ARF, prior
to admission, the licensee's designated social worker shall
complete a written needs and service plan (IPP) indicating
the consumer's entrance date into the facility. Correct
Answer True
,What is the minimum age of an ARF administrator?
Correct Answer 21 years old
(18 years old for STAFF)
Who is required to get a criminal record clearance?
Correct Answer Anyone with regular contact including:
-The administrator
-Direct care staff
-An employee who does not work in a facility but lives on
the premises with his/her spouse
T/F: If an ARF has a facility manager on duty for every
shift, then ARF does not need to hire a certified
administrator. Correct Answer False. ARF must always
have an admin
Personal record shall be retained for___ years. Correct
Answer Three
What are the four causes of mental illness? Correct
Answer -*Environmental*
-*Genetic*/Hereditary (DNA)
-*Psychological*
-*Biological* (abnormal balance of brain chemicals)
Is dementia a mental illness? Correct Answer No, but
Alzheimer's is a mental illness. Dementia is a symptom.
, T/F: All ARF are required to plan activities for the
consumers, but not all facilities are required to post their
activity calendar. Correct Answer True
Meals served on the premises shall be served in one or
more dining rooms or similar areas, and these areas shall
be located near the... Correct Answer kitchen
As it relates to food service, what does the acronym FIFO
mean? Correct Answer FIFO: first in, first out.
The licensee shall ensure that what planned recreational
activities are provided for the consumer? Correct Answer -
Community service activities
-Concerts, tours, dances, plays, celebrating a
birthday/anniversaries, etc.
-Exercising their rights to vote for the political party of their
choice
-Physical activities that do not require group interaction
T/F: The consumer is responsible for providing space and
posting notices for their meetings. Correct Answer False
According to the California code, title 22 regarding
bedrooms... Correct Answer not more than two
clients/consumers shall sleep in the bedroom.
T/F: At least one toilet and shower fixture shall be
maintained for each nine persons residing in the facility?
Correct Answer False
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