Question

question 1 out of 16:
changes in sleep patterns:

are unusual for older adults
living with severe dementia.

are common for older adults
living with mild dementia.

should be controlled with
medications.

are common for older adults
living with severe dementia.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option 1: Sleep pattern changes are actually common in severe dementia, so this is incorrect.
• Option 2: Mild dementia typically has less impact on sleep patterns compared to severe cases, so this is incorrect.
• Option 3: Medication is not the first or only approach for sleep pattern changes in dementia; non - pharmacological methods are often preferred first, so this is incorrect.
• Option 4: Older adults with severe dementia commonly experience changes in sleep patterns due to the progression of the disease affecting the brain's regulatory functions.

Answer:

D. Are common for older adults living with severe dementia.