What does the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) establish?

The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) establishes minimum standards for nursing assistant training. This legislation was enacted to improve the quality of care in nursing homes by ensuring that nursing assistants receive the necessary training and skills to provide appropriate care to residents. OBRA sets forth requirements that facilities must meet to ensure that nursing assistants are adequately trained and that residents receive proper care, thereby promoting both patient safety and a standard of care in long-term facilities.

Other options may relate to healthcare or pharmacy practices but do not accurately reflect the primary purpose of OBRA. It is specifically aimed at raising the standards of care in nursing homes rather than guidelines for the treatment of specific medical conditions, regulations pertaining to pharmacy practices, or timelines concerning medication management.