Question

1. true or false: some causes of dementia can be reversible, such as alcohol use and infection.

true
false

1. a resident frequently strikes out at you by shouting, slapping, and kicking. what stage of dementia is this person most likely showing symptoms of?

reversible stage
early stage
middle stage
late stage

1. when a residents behavior looks like it may become harmful, what is the first thing that you should do?

gently shift the residents attention onto something else.
step in and stop it.
point out another area, thing, or activity.
tell the resident that they must not do what they are doing.

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 is most common for someone in the early stage of dementia?

inability to communicate
mild decline in the ability to think
repetitive behavior such as tissue shredding
incontinence

Explanation:

Answer:

1. True
2. Middle stage
3. Gently shift the resident’s attention onto something else.
4. Residents may sometimes seem to move between stages
5. Mild decline in the ability to think