This section describes some general characteristics of a resident
in a facility. A resident may:
(1) exhibit symptoms of mental or emotional disturbance,
but is not considered at risk of imminent harm to self or others;
(2) need assistance with movement;
(3) require assistance with bathing, dressing, and
grooming;
(4) require assistance with routine skin care, such
as application of lotions or treatment of minor cuts and burns;
(5) need reminders to encourage toilet routine and
prevent incontinence;
(6) require temporary services by professional personnel;
(7) need assistance with medication, supervision of
self-medication, or medication administration;
(8) require encouragement to eat, or monitoring due
to social or psychological reasons of temporary illness;
(9) be hearing impaired or speech impaired;
(10) be incontinent without pressure sores;
(11) require an established therapeutic diet;
(12) require self-help devices; and
(13) need assistance with meals, which may include
feeding.
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