Care Planning & Support Strategies Flashcards
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When a person with Alzheimer's refuses to bathe, which approach best aligns with person-centered care planning?
Answer: Offer a sponge bath or alternative and respect the person's pace
Person-centered care respects individual preferences by offering alternatives and adapting routines rather than forcing compliance.
Which tool is most commonly used to document an individualized care plan for a person with dementia in a long-term care setting?
Answer: Minimum Data Set (MDS)
The MDS is a federally mandated assessment instrument used to develop individualized care plans in nursing facilities.
A care partner notices a person with mid-stage Alzheimer's frequently sundowns. Which care plan modification is most appropriate?
Answer: Schedule calming activities and reduce demands in the late afternoon
Reducing demands and providing calming, structured activities in the late afternoon helps minimize sundowning symptoms.
What is the primary purpose of including life history information in a dementia care plan?
Answer: To personalize interventions by connecting care to the person's identity and preferences
Life history information enables caregivers to tailor activities and communication strategies to the individual's unique background and preferences.
When updating a care plan for a person whose Alzheimer's has progressed to late stage, which new focus area becomes most critical?
Answer: Comfort-focused care and symptom management
Late-stage care planning shifts to comfort-focused, palliative approaches that prioritize quality of life and symptom management.
Which interdisciplinary team member is best suited to address swallowing difficulties in a person with advanced Alzheimer's?
Answer: Speech-language pathologist
Speech-language pathologists specialize in dysphagia assessment and management, making them the appropriate team member for swallowing concerns.
A family caregiver reports feeling overwhelmed and isolated. Which support strategy should the care team prioritize first?
Answer: Connect the caregiver to a support group and respite care resources
Connecting caregivers to support groups and respite care addresses isolation and caregiver burnout while keeping the care relationship intact.