CODE OF MARYLAND
REGULATIONS COMAR
PRACTICE TEST 100
QUESTIONS
Question 1: Under COMAR 10.07.02, how long is a standard Maryland nursing home
license valid unless it is revoked earlier?
Choices:
1) 1 year 2) 2 years 3) 3 years 4) 4 years
Correct Answer: 2 years
Explanation: COMAR 10.07.02 provides that a nursing home license is valid for 2 years unless it is revoked earlier.Page 1
Question 2: A nursing home plans to open on July 1. At least how far in advance
must the license application or relicensure application be posted near the entrance for public comment?
Choices:
1) 30 days 2) 40 days 3) 50 days 4) 60 days
Correct Answer: 50 days
Explanation: The application or relicensure notice must be posted at least 50 days before the anticipated licensing date and placed near the entrance with instructions for submitting written comments.Question 3: After receiving written notice of de�ciencies from the Department, within what period must a nursing home submit a plan of correction?
Choices:
1) 5 calendar days 2) 10 working days 3) 15 calendar days 4) 30 working days
Correct Answer: 10 working days
Explanation: A nursing home must submit its plan of correction within 10 working days after receiving written notice of de�ciencies.Page 2
Question 4: The Department approves a nursing home request to exceed licensed
bed capacity because of an emergency need. What is the maximum term of that approval under the usual overcapacity rule?
Choices:
1) 7 days 2) 14 days 3) 30 days 4) 60 days
Correct Answer: 30 days
Explanation: An approved emergency overcapacity period may not exceed 30 days. The request must identify the facts, a�ected resident, dates, and any objections.Question 5: How often must the Department conduct a site visit and full survey of a Maryland nursing home at minimum?
Choices:
1) At least once each calendar year 2) At least once every 18 months 3) Only after a complaint 4) At least once every 2 years
Correct Answer: At least once each calendar year
Explanation: COMAR 10.07.02 requires at least one site visit and full survey during each calendar year, and the surveys are unannounced.Page 3