Question

1. you identify an environmental trigger. what is the best approach to address the behavior?

• ignore the behavior
• use restraints
• ask them to change their behavior
• modify or adapt the environment

1. what is a way for caregivers to manage stress?

• call out of work
• do not tell others about their stress
• yell at their coworkers
• take time for themselves

1. a person with alzheimer’s disease is trying to leave, saying she has to fix her spouse’s dinner. how would you respond?

• ask the person to tell you about their spouse
• tell the person they cannot leave
• tell the person their spouse is dead
• tell the person to go their room

Explanation:

Question 6

To address behavior related to an environmental trigger, modifying the environment (the source of the trigger) is the most effective approach. Ignoring, using restraints, or just asking to change behavior don't target the root cause (the environment).

Taking time for themselves is a healthy stress - management technique for caregivers. Calling out of work, hiding stress, or yelling at coworkers are not constructive ways to manage stress.

For a person with Alzheimer’s, a gentle, redirecting approach like asking about their spouse is appropriate. Telling them they can't leave, that their spouse is dead, or to go to their room can be distressing or unhelpful.

Answer:

D. Modify or adapt the environment

Question 7