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Question 1

The Alzheimer's Association's dementia care training program most commonly referenced by long-term care facilities in the US is:

Accepted Answer

CARES Dementia Basics

Answer

CARES Dementia Basics is a widely adopted online training program developed to equip direct care staff with foundational dementia care competencies.

Question 2

Which federal regulation requires nursing homes in the US to provide dementia-specific training to all staff who have direct contact with residents?

Accepted Answer

OBRA 1987 / CMS Dementia Training Requirements

Answer

The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) of 1987 and subsequent CMS regulations mandate dementia-specific training for nursing home staff with resident contact.

Question 3

Person-centered dementia care training primarily emphasizes which core principle?

Accepted Answer

Understanding and honoring individual preferences, history, and dignity

Answer

Person-centered care focuses on the unique life history, preferences, and dignity of each individual rather than applying one-size-fits-all routines.

Question 4

Which training approach is considered most effective for teaching dementia care skills to direct care workers?

Accepted Answer

Simulation and hands-on skill demonstration with return demonstration

Answer

Research supports that skills-based training with simulation, demonstration, and return demonstration leads to greater competency retention than passive learning methods.

Question 5

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) working with Alzheimer's patients must complete how many hours of initial dementia-specific training under CMS requirements?

Accepted Answer

At least the number required to meet facility competency standards under state and federal law

Answer

CMS requires that facilities ensure all staff are competent in dementia care; specific hour requirements vary by state, and facilities must meet the higher of state or federal standards.

(AAC) Alzheimer's Association Certification Practice Test

(AAC) Alzheimer's Association Certification Practice Test

AAC AAC Staff Training & Workforce Development