Question

exam : care of residents with dementia in al

1. which of the following is true about the stages of dementia?

they are easy to determine and clear - cut
residents will only show signs of a single stage
residents may sometimes seem to move between stages
over time, fewer symptoms will develop

1. which of the following approaches would be inappropriate when communicating with a person who has dementia?

pay attention to their abilities
eliminate any source of discomfort
ask them why they always forget things
give simple verbal directions

1. true or false: friends and family of residents with dementia may experience feelings of loss as the dementia progresses.

true
false

Explanation:

• For question 6: Dementia stages are not always clear - cut, residents can show signs of multiple stages and may seem to move between them as symptoms can be variable. Over time, more symptoms usually develop rather than fewer.
• For question 7: Asking a person with dementia why they always forget things can be hurtful and inappropriate as it is a symptom of their condition they cannot control. Paying attention to abilities, eliminating discomfort and giving simple directions are appropriate.
• For question 8: As dementia progresses, friends and family may experience feelings of loss as the person they knew changes.

Answer:

1. Residents may sometimes seem to move between stages
2. Ask them why they always forget things
3. True