Which option(s) reflect a scenario that violates the Nursing Home Reform Act of 1987? Choose all that are correct
1. The resident falls during a physical therapy session, despite being attended by two staff members.
2. The nursing assistant is overheard telling a resident, "If you don't eat, I won't take you down to play dominoes this afternoon."
3. The nursing staff routinely leave doors open when getting residents up to bedside commodes.
4. If a resident attempts to get out of bed, a soft vest restraint is applied.
5. The patient is not consulted prior to a change in medical treatment.
2, 3, 4, 5
Rationale: This act provides for the right to privacy, to participate in resident and family groups, freedom from physical restraints, and to self-determination, among other rights. A patient fall, when adequately attended, may occur without being abuse, mistreatment, or neglect.
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