Which term describes the part played in the resident's care plan?

• A. Rights
• B. Risk Factor
• C. Role
• D. Rotation

Answer: (C)

In the care plan, the term that describes the part played by a person is role. Role refers to the function or position someone has in carrying out the plan—what they are responsible for doing to support the resident’s care. For example, a nurse’s role includes monitoring health and updating the plan, while an aide’s role focuses on assistance with daily activities; the resident’s role involves communicating needs and participating in decisions when possible. Rights describe what residents are entitled to, risk factors are conditions that raise the chance of harm, and rotation relates to staff scheduling. Because the care plan centers on who does what to achieve the resident’s goals, role is the best fit.