Home Modifications Final Exam
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1. Approximately ______% of older individuals (65+) live in skilled nursing facilities.	A. 5% B. 10% C. 25% D. 33%
2. Obtaining a/an ______ means that the work will be completed in accordance with all local building codes and that a representative (or representatives) of the local building department of the municipality will inspect the work to ensure compliance and suitability.	A. contract B. permit C. waiver of lien D. architectural plan
3. True or False? Activities of daily living, also referred to as "ADLs" are usually defined as household chores, shopping and other errands.	True False
4. The definition of a “visitable” home is that it has at least one entrance with zero steps, ____ inches clear passage through all interior doors, and a _____on the main floor.	A. 30, bathroom B. 30, guest room 32. minimum half-bath D. 36, guest room
5. True or False? DME is more likely than home modifications to be reimbursable by health insurance with a doctor or other health care professional's prescription.	True False
6. True or False? The Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988 Section 6(a) provides access to funds for landlords to make "reasonable accommodations” to policies and procedures or “reasonable modifications" to tenants’ homes or apartments.	True False
7. True or False? The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is used to set codes for both commercial and residential spaces.	True False
8. ___________ is the Supreme Court ruling that states that a violation of the American with Disabilities Act has occurred when people with disabilities are provided services in institutions when they could be served just as well in a community-based setting.	A. The Fair Housing Amendments Act B. The Olmstead Decision C. The Civil Rights Act of 1999 D. The Community Reinvestment Decision
9. True or False? Each County has an HFA, a special purpose bank that raises capital to support activities, including low-interest home improvement programs, for low to moderate income households.	True False
10. The __________defines assistive technology as "any item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially, modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities."	A. The Americans with Disabilities Act B. The Rehabilitation Act C. The Fair Housing Amendments Act D. Technology-Related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities Act of 1988
11. True or False? A comprehensive home modification assessment focuses entirely on the environment, including the structure, floor plan, and condition.	True False
12. In the 1960s, the _________Movement occurred reflecting a time when people with disabilities advocated for inclusion in mainstream education, employment, housing and transportation and demanded more humane, non-medical services."	A. Disability B. Equal Rights C. Independent Living D. Equal Living
13. There are two main types of building contractors who might be involved in a home modification job:	A. General contractors and associate contractors B. Major contractors and minor contractors C. General contractors and subcontractors D. Universal contractors and subcontractors
14. True or False? For small home modification jobs, a written contract is not necessary.	True False
15. True or False? According to the U.S. Bureau of the Census (2003), less than half of all homes have more than one story or level.	True False
16. An example of special financing available only for elderly homeowners in which home equity is converted into a lump-sum payment, a stream of monthly payments, a line of credit, or a combination of these options is called:	A. Reverse Refinancing B. Federal Housing Administration 203(k) Insurance C. Reverse Mortgage D. Administration on Aging Reverse Financing
17. True or False? The most important function of a home modification coalition is to increase the supply of home modification providers in the community, since demand for home modification is so great.	True False
18. "Baby Boomers" are the large influx of persons born between __________.	A. 1964 and 1976 B. 1946 and 1964 C. 1950 and 1964 D. 1940 and 1956
19. True or False? A homeowner cannot be held liable if a worker is hurt on their private property.	True False
20. True or False? It is advisable that the price for work and materials be on a fixed basis or stated as an allowance, not on a time and material basis.	True False
21. The primary advantage of orthographic drawings is that they:	A. are color coded based on walls, doors, and floor areas. B. enable all facets of a home to be seen in their true size (to scale), shape, and proportion. C. are based on average home size, shape and proportion. D. purposely exaggerate size to make it easier to determine how the space is used.
22. True or False? A Medicaid Waiver allows an older person to request a home modification prescription from their physician.	True False
23. True or False? The site plan provides information about the interior of the home.	True False
24. In a floor plan, heavy or blackened-in primary lines refer to:	A. The walls or elements that are cut through when creating a section. B. Elements such as countertops, flooring, furniture, appliances, and fixtures. C. Important building elements such as lofts, skylights, lowered ceilings, cabinets, and stairs that are above the horizontal cut of the plan. D. All of the above.
25. True or False? In general, it is better to use home modification products that are ADA approved and sold by home health care suppliers than off-the-shelf products to meet a client's needs.	True False
26. True or False? Home modification installation should always follow ADA guidelines.	True False
27. True or False? A grant requires repayment over time.	True False
28. True or False? A "deferred loan" does not require repayment unless certain conditions occur.	True False
29. Medicare and Medicaid are administered by:	A. The Social Security Administration B. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services C. The U.S. Department of Medical Services D. The Administration on Aging
30. True or False? A contractor who claims experience with the ADA will have the necessary knowledge to recommend appropriate home modifications.	True False
31. True or False? Community Development Block Grants are allocated directly to community agencies by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.	True False
32. True or False? Home modifications sometimes qualify as a tax deduction.	True False
33. True or False? The Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988 requires that new residential complexes of more than four units provide basic accessibility for persons in wheelchairs.	True False
34. True or False? Task analysis is the breakdown of a particular activity or “occupation” such as toileting or bathing, into its component parts or tasks, and the subsequent evaluation of how an individual performs each task.	True False
35. This type of insurance sometimes covers the purchase or payment of home modifications:	A. renters insurance B. long term care insurance C. homeowners insurance D. none of the above
36. True or False? Eligibility criteria for public home modification funds is set by the federal government and consistent across states.	True False
37. True or False? Implementation of policies related to accessibility and a supportive setting (such as the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Fair Housing Amendments Act) occurs at the state and national levels.	True False
38. True or False? A home modification action coalition should plan short and long term activities simultaneously.	True False
39. Which of the following would make a very good lead coordinator for a home modification action coalition?	A. City or County Housing and Community Development Department. B. Area Agency on Aging C. Community Hospital D. All of the above.
40. True or False? After age 65, the older population is generally homogeneous and constitutes 25% of the population.	True False