Wisconsin Nursing Home Administrators (NHA) Practice Exam

Which of the following is a requirement for utility rooms in period A facilities?

1. Ventilated utility room with a flush-rim service sink

2. Must be able to handle both clothing and medical equipment

3. Central location of soiled utility rooms not required

4. Located, designed, and equipped for separate handling of clean and soiled linen

The correct answer is: Ventilated utility room with a flush-rim service sink

A flush-rim service sink and ventilation are necessary for proper cleaning and sanitation within a utility room. Option B is incorrect as the utility room should only handle either clothing or medical equipment, not both. Option C is incorrect because a central location for soiled utility rooms is required for efficient workflow in a healthcare facility. Option D is incorrect because the utility room should be designed and equipped specifically for handling either clean or soiled linen, not both.