Question

exam : alzheimers disease and related disorders: adl care

1. what tip should be used when assisting a person with alzheimer’s disease with eating?

∘ know the persons food preferences
∘ rush the person with their meal
∘ talk to coworkers during meals
∘ serve meals in an unfamiliar setting

1. what does a person with alzheimer’s disease have difficulty within the early stage?

∘ changing of sleep patterns
∘ communicating their needs
∘ becoming vulnerable to infections
∘ remembering names

1. what is the best way to approach toileting with persons with alzheimer’s disease?

∘ upon request
∘ proactively
∘ every hour
∘ every 30 minutes

Explanation:

Question 1

For assisting a person with Alzheimer’s disease with eating, knowing their food preferences is helpful as it can encourage them to eat. Rushing them, talking to coworkers during meals, or serving in an unfamiliar setting are not appropriate.

In the early stage of Alzheimer’s disease, memory issues like remembering names are common. Changing sleep patterns can occur but is more associated with later stages or other factors. Communicating needs and vulnerability to infections are not typical early - stage difficulties.

Persons with Alzheimer’s disease may not always be able to request toileting, so a proactive approach (anticipating their needs, like having regular but flexible schedules or observing cues) is best. Waiting for a request may lead to accidents, and fixed time intervals (every hour or 30 minutes) may not be suitable for all.

Answer:

A. Know the person's food preferences

Question 2