Question

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

1. which of the following provides the most appropriate environment for residents with dementia?

post pictures with words to help residents find their own room.
adjust lighting to increase shadows.
use furniture with complex patterns.
use as many mirrors for décor as possible.

1. which of the following will a person with dementia have the most difficulty with?

watching tv or a movie
enjoying sitting in the sun
planning and performing a task
staying clean, even with assistance

1. which of the following tasks will a person with dementia have more trouble with than someone who is aging normally?

listening to piano music
watching birds through a window
seeing pictures in an album
shopping for and making a meal

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.

Explanation:

Answer:

1. Mild decline in the ability to think
2. Post pictures with words to help residents find their own room
3. Planning and performing a task
4. Shopping for and making a meal
5. Gently shift the resident's attention onto something else