NAB

Question 1

Who is NAB?

Answer 1

The National Association of Long Term Care Administrator Boards, or NAB as it is commonly known, is a voluntary, non-profit organization made up of members of state boards or agencies/jurisdictions that are responsible for the licensing of Nursing Home (NHA), Resident Care/Assisted Living (RCAL), and/or Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Administrators.

Question 2

What does NHA stand for and what does it entail?

Answer 2

Nursing Home Administration

Nursing homes are federally regulated, which means I should be familiar with the CMS Requirements of Participation for Long Term Care Facilities.

Question 3

What does RCAL stand for and what does it entail?

Answer 3

Resident Care Assisted Living

These things are more state specific.

Question 4

What does HCBS stand for?

Answer 4

Home and Community Based Services

Home health care, hospice, meal services, etc.

Question 5

What are the different sections of the NAB exam?

Answer 5

CORE
NHA
RCAL
HCBS

Question 6

What is an analgesic? What are the 2 different types?

Answer 6

Medication that reduces pain

A) Opiates — codeine, morphine, Davon
B) Nonopiates — aspirin, Tylenol, Advil

Question 7

What is an antacid? Give an example.

Answer 7

It neutralizes the acid in your stomach

Maalox

Question 8

What is an anti anemic?

Answer 8

Treats anemia (low red blood cells) e.g. liver extract

Question 9

What is an antibiotic? What are some examples?

Answer 9

Kills microorganisms in the body

Penicillin, doxycycline, Keflex