The intent of items in this section is to obtain information regarding the resident’s preferences for his or her daily routine and activities. This is best accomplished when the information is obtained directly from the resident or through family or significant other, or staff interviews if the resident cannot report preferences. The information obtained during this interview is just a portion of the assessment. Nursing homes should use this as a guide to create an individualized plan based on the resident’s preferences, and is not meant to be all-inclusive. Note: This course has been updated to reflect RAI changes effective 10/1/2023.