National Guardianship Association (NGA) Fundamentals Practice Test

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• What should a guardian monitor regarding medications and participate in regarding changes?
• What information is typically included in annual financial accounting?
• Which term is a synonym for ward in guardianship terminology?
• What is the Office of the Public Guardian described as in guardianship arrangements?
• What is the guardian's obligation regarding the ward's autonomy in decision-making?
• Which statement best reflects the least restrictive principle when addressing behavior problems?
• What is required for reporting suspected exploitation of a ward’s assets?
• When must guardians file annual financial accounting?
• What term describes services provided to meet social needs, including public benefits, case management, money management services, and other similar services?
• What term describes a setting that places as few limits as possible on the ward's rights and personal freedoms while meeting the ward's needs?
• What practice supports protection from exploitation by guardianship teams?
• Which of the following are advanced directives?
• Which statement best supports a ward's self-determination?
• What is the primary fiduciary duty of a guardian regarding the ward's financial resources?
• What steps should be followed when a ward moves to a new living arrangement?
• In guardianship, who is the party that the guardian serves and is ultimately accountable to the court?
• A person appointed by the court to make an impartial inquiry into a situation and report to the court. Which term is this?
• In guardianship practice, who primarily represents and guides the guardian through the process?
• To what extent should wards be included in the guardianship plan creation?
• What term refers to written instructions such as a living will or durable power of attorney for healthcare that guide care when a person is terminally ill or incapacitated?
• Which term refers to a guardian who possesses any or all powers and rights with regard to the property of the individual?
• Guardians of the estate may engage in which activities that involve the ward's assets?
• A guardian whose authority is temporary and who is usually appointed only in an emergency. Which term describes this role?
• Guardianship should be
• The court may take which action in guardianship proceedings if evidence does not prove incapacity?
• Which term describes an individual who is entitled to notice in a guardianship proceeding by statute?
• How should guardians coordinate with community resources?
• What is required when sharing confidential information about a ward?
• What is the appropriate approach when a ward's capacity varies by decision type?
• Which term describes the course of action that maximizes what is best for a person, while considering the least intrusive and least restrictive options?
• Which term describes a guardian appointed to make an impartial inquiry into a situation and report to the court?
• Which action demonstrates effective medical advocacy by a guardian?
• How should a guardian handle confidential information?
• A guardian who has authority to exercise all delegable rights and powers of the person after the court finds the person lacks capacity to perform all tasks. Which term is this?
• When documenting disputes with family or service providers, what is best practice?
• When resigning, a guardian must
• A guardian appointed by the court, who is deemed to be an officer of the court and may be appointed to guardianship over many incapacitated persons; the appointee may be paid from public funds or from assets of the incapacitated person if funds are available. Which term?
• Which action requires court approval before being performed with the ward's estate?
• Guardianship results in which of the following?
• What does 'dignity' mean in NGA standards?
• What is the difference between general and limited guardianship?
• Which term describes a guardian who possesses the authority over the personal affairs of an individual as granted by the court?
• What is required to maintain a ward’s safety during daily activities?
• When making decisions for the ward, what standard guides the guardian's actions?
• In a trust, which role is responsible for managing and preserving the trust property for the beneficiary?
• What should be included in an annual guardianship report?
• Final accounting is typically presented to whom?
• Which term refers to a basic or minimal ability to do something, such as testifying?
• How should guardians handle a ward who lacks capacity for financial decisions but can manage daily tasks?
• Emergency or temporary guardianships typically differ from permanent guardianships because they are
• What is the purpose of an initial inventory in a guardianship case?
• When using technology with a ward, what privacy and legal compliance measures are essential?
• A guardian appointed by the court to exercise the rights and powers designated by a court order after the court finds the person lacks capacity to do some, but not all tasks; the limited guardian may have fewer than the plenary guardian. Which term is this?
• Which action can be taken if a guardian fails to submit required reports to the court?
• Which item belongs in a financial plan for the ward?
• How should guardians approach transferring decision-making as a ward moves toward independence?
• What is the role of guardians in safeguarding against exploitation?
• Who may initiate a guardianship proceeding?
• Which guardian is primarily responsible for decisions related to the ward's personal care, including residence and treatment?
• A person's inability to make and then act upon personal and/or property decisions on his or her own but have. Which term best describes this condition?
• Who holds legal title to the trust assets and has a fiduciary duty to manage assets for the beneficiary under the terms of the trust?
• Living wills and POA's are forms of
• Which term refers to a guardian who possesses any or all powers and rights granted by the court with regard to the personal affairs of the individual?
• Which term describes a guardian who may be appointed to oversee guardianship over many individuals and may be paid from public funds?
• A legal document signed by the guardian pledging to carry out his/her legal obligations to the ward in a proper manner.
• What is an emergency guardianship?
• What is the primary purpose of emergency or time-limited guardianships?
• In guardianship decisions, what is the typical presumption about continuing treatment, and when may withholding or withdrawal be justifiable?
• What should guardians do to address safety considerations in a ward’s care plan?
• Which term describes a person appointed to carry out the provisions of a will?
• Which term describes the approach that aims to maximize the individual's best interests while using the least restrictive means?
• What is the relationship between guardianship and informed consent?
• Which option best describes essential communication skills for guardians?
• Which statement best describes safeguarding ward information retention and privacy?
• What are the key elements of making informed decisions with a ward?
• What term describes the obligation of a guarantor to pay a second party upon default by a third-party in performance owed to the second party?
• Which term is a diagnostic tool that measures the overall well-being of an individual and shows how well the person is able to function in a variety of multi-dimensional situations?
• What is an appropriate boundary for a guardian's personal involvement with a ward?
• What are essential elements of record-keeping for guardianship?
• What is meant by self-determination in NGA Standards?
• What is a core principle of guardianship regarding rights?
• Which term describes an individual or organization that has agreed to undertake a special obligation of trust toward another?
• Who is responsible for making decisions and being accountable to the court for a ward’s personal affairs?
• What is the purpose of a final accounting?
• Which document formally grants a guardian the authority to act on behalf of the ward and is typically recognized by banks and government agencies?
• Which term describes an individual or organization that has agreed to undertake for another a special obligation of trust and confidence, with a duty to act for another's benefit and subject to the standard of care?
• Time-limited guardianships are intended to provide protection during an immediate crisis while allowing the ward to maintain some decision-making in areas where they can still communicate.
• What should guardians do when there is a major change in assets?
• Which term describes the principle of decision-making that defers to the ward's prior known wishes when the ward cannot decide?
• How should guardians address cultural and linguistic needs of the ward?
• Which of the following is considered a physical restraint?
• What is the role of a guardian in medical advocacy?
• What is a guardian's duty regarding monitoring the ward's care?
• Which statement about the guardian's advocacy role is TRUE?
• Which professionals are commonly involved to support a guardian in making care decisions for the ward?
• How should guardians address the ward’s risk of self-harm or harm to others?
• What is the role of court orders in guardianship?
• How should guardians address conflicts with the ward's supported decision-makers or family?
• What term refers to individuals who, according to state statute, have a right to notice regarding a guardianship action?
• A severe, chronic disability of an individual five years of age or older, attributable to a mental or physical impairment, likely to continue indefinitely, with insubstantial functional limitations in ADLs. Which term describes this condition?
• When terminating guardianship of the estate, what happens to remaining estate assets?
• Which term refers to a formal filing seeking adjudication of guardianship?
• Which practice helps a guardian stay out of trouble?
• A ward's authority primarily covers decisions related to
• When guardianship is terminated, which filing must be completed?
• Which issues should be considered when determining whether a ward can remain in the home?
• How should guardians handle billing and fees?
• Which is a valid ground for removing a guardian?
• Which document is the formal report a guardian must submit to the court regarding the guardianship?
• Define capacity in the guardianship context.
• Under NGA practice principles, when is a physician's order typically required for the use of a physical restraint?
• What is required when protecting a ward’s digital assets and online privacy?
• Which term refers to real and personal property, tangible and intangible?
• Which set correctly lists the three major categories of people commonly under guardianship?
• What should guardians do to ensure proper documentation of actions in response to court orders?
• Which term describes a person appointed by the court to make all personal decisions for an individual who lacks capacity?
• Which option correctly identifies the entity described as the last-resort guardian when no individual is available?
• Which term refers to real and personal property, tangible and intangible?
• What is a potential consequence of a guardian being found at fault for misconduct or neglect?
• Which term refers to a guardian appointed by the court who is considered an officer of the court and can be paid from public funds to oversee guardianships?
• Which term refers to a person for whom a guardian has been appointed?
• Which statement best describes a guardian's approach to the ward's finances and end-of-life decisions?
• Why is it important to preserve independence and dignity in guardianship?
• Which term describes a category of disorders characterized by multiple cognitive deficits including memory impairment?
• Which statement best describes capacity in guardianship decisions?
• Which statement about Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) orders is most accurate?
• Which role is responsible for managing assets and investments for beneficiaries under a trust, ensuring proper use of the assets?
• Addressing behavioral problems in guardianship should primarily focus on which principle?
• Which term describes a formal court document that grants power or rights to act on behalf of a ward?
• Areas included in guardian advocacy for vulnerable adults include:
• Planning final arrangements should consider preference and financial status; prepaid funeral plans are usually treated how for Medicaid eligibility?
• DNR internal policies typically specify which of the following?
• What is a key reason to work with an attorney in guardianship?
• What is the first step in initiating guardianship proceedings?
• How should a guardian handle conflict of interest?
• How often should a guardian communicate with service providers and the court?
• In guardianship fiduciary duties, which action demonstrates proper management of assets?
• How should guardians handle disputes with family members or service providers?
• What is required when a guardian must consent to medical treatment for the ward?
• Which statement belongs to the process of initiating guardianship proceedings, specifically regarding notices and hearings?
• Which term describes the ability to understand and appreciate the nature and consequence of a decision and to reach and communicate an informed decision?
• What is the difference between a guardian and a conservator?
• What term is the principle of decision-making that requires implementing the course of action that comports with the individual's known wishes expressed before incapacity?
• Which action best reflects ethical practice in guardianship?
• Guardians generally do not have authority to consent to which set of procedures?
• When a guardianship moves to another state, what must the guardian do?
• What term is a formal, written request presented to a court or official body for adjudication of disability or appointment of a guardian?
• Which action should be performed only after court approval?
• In urgent medical decisions, which principles should guide the guardian?
• A guardian who was appointed to act upon the death or resignation of a previous guardian. Which term is this?
• Which statement about record-keeping is correct?
• Before a guardianship hearing, you should
• Which of the following is NOT part of marshaling the estate?
• What is the role of the ward's rights in guardianship decision-making?
• Guardians of the estate are typically required to post bond and file which types of records?
• What term describes a person appointed to manage the estate of a person who died without a will?
• What must be included in an individual care plan prior to starting the use of a physical restraint?
• What types of decisions fall under health care decisions for guardianship?
• How should a guardian respond to suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation?
• Medical guardianship typically allows a guardian to make medical decisions for the ward for which scope?
• How should guardians handle confidentiality when using technology?
• What right does a ward have if the ward regains capacity?
• Guardianships are established based on what criterion, rather than the medical diagnosis?
• What information should be included in a ward's care plan?
• Which statement is true regarding DNR orders and advance directives?
• The least restrictive alternative principle requires balancing which factors?
• Which is an indicator of exploitation?
• What term describes a person who handles assets cautiously?
• As part of medical status review, guardians should review which documents?
• Which of the following best describes the purpose of supported decision-making in guardianship?
• How can guardians support a ward’s transition to independence?
• Which action is part of marshaling the estate?
• Rights of individuals under guardianship include which of the following?
• Which term is defined as the ability to understand and communicate an informed decision?
• A guardian of the estate typically has authority to manage which aspects?
• If ward wishes conflict with current decisions, what action is advised?
• How often should stock or asset inventories be updated?
• When conducting end-of-life discussions, which practice is most appropriate?
• What is the importance of an inventory at case closure?
• When is the ward’s plan of care developed?
• Which term refers to the report filed by a guardian with the court detailing ward status and actions?
• If a guardian suspects abuse or neglect, to whom should a report be forwarded?
• Guardians have the right to review the ward's medical records.
• What is the appropriate action when the ward regains capacity?
• Who is the guardian appointed when the current guardian resigns or is unable to serve?
• How should guardians collect and store ward information securely?
• In guardianship practice, why is it important to maintain timely case notes and financial ledgers?
• Which term describes a guardian whose authority is limited to designated rights and powers by court order?
• Which term refers to a guardian appointed to oversee all rights and powers of the person?
• Which action is allowed to cover ward living expenses?
• Which practice helps ensure medications remain appropriate for the ward?
• What is the purpose of cultural competency in guardianship?
• What is the purpose of monitoring the estate?
• What is a capacity-focused approach to guardianship decisions?
• Which instrument serves as the formal pledge by a guardian to fulfill duties to the ward?
• Which term is defined as a person appointed by the court to manage the assets and liabilities of an intestate decedent?
• Examples of life-prolonging treatments that living wills may address include
• What is 'professional boundaries' in guardianship practice?
• Guardianship health care decisions are subject to what rules?
• Guardians should be knowledgeable about medications and consent to changes; misuse of chemical restraints for ward control in facilities is:
• Which term is defined as legal qualification, competency, power, or fitness; the ability to understand the nature and effects of decisions?
• How should guardians manage end-of-life decisions and planning?
• Which document allows terminally ill patients to outline wishes regarding the use of death-delaying procedures?
• Which factor is considered when establishing guardianships: capacity or diagnosis?
• What term refers to medications prescribed for the management of behavior?
• What is the role of ethics in guardianship practice?
• What term describes the person's agreement to allow something to happen based on full disclosure of risks, alternatives, and other information needed to make an intelligent decision?
• How should guardians respond to a court order that limits a specific decision?
• A ward's authority generally covers which area?
• A person declared legally incapacitated and under guardianship is commonly referred to as a
• What does the principle of least restrictive alternative require in guardianship decisions?
• Any person who is impaired by an intoxicant, by mental illness or deficiency, physical illness or disability to the extent that personal decision making is impossible. Which term describes this condition?
• Which statement best describes when court approval is needed?
• What is the primary purpose of marshaling the ward's estate?
• Which factors are considered when determining a ward's residence options?
• How should guardians address capacity that is decision-specific (e.g., medical vs financial)?
• Which term means to assist, defend, or plead in favor of another?
• Guardianship should be initiated as a last resort and only when there is no suitable less restrictive alternative.
• What is true about other conditions besides the three major categories for guardianship?
• What is the purpose of professional development and ethics review in NGA practice?
• Which type of guardianship grants only specific powers because the ward can perform some tasks?
• What is a key principle in guardianship regarding the ward's rights and safety?
• Which term describes a person who exercises caution in handling assets?
• What term refers to a formal document issued by the court granting power or rights to act on behalf of a ward, such as guardianship?