Care Planning & Support Strategies Flashcards
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Which element is essential to include in a care plan for a person with Alzheimer's who wanders?
Answer: Environmental safety measures and identification strategies such as MedicAlert
Safe Return programs and environmental modifications are evidence-based, person-centered strategies for managing wandering behavior.
When developing a care plan with the family, what principle should guide the team regarding the person with Alzheimer's own wishes?
Answer: The expressed preferences of the person, when known, should guide care decisions
Person-centered care requires honoring the individual's previously expressed values and preferences to the greatest extent possible.
An occupational therapist recommends adaptive equipment for a person with Alzheimer's. What is the primary goal of this care plan intervention?
Answer: Promote independence and safety in daily activities
Adaptive equipment helps preserve functional independence and safety, supporting the person's dignity and quality of life.
Which pain assessment tool is most appropriate for a non-verbal person with late-stage Alzheimer's?
Answer: PAINAD (Pain Assessment in Advanced Dementia)
PAINAD is designed specifically for non-verbal persons with advanced dementia, assessing behavioral indicators of pain.
A care plan includes 'meaningful activity' as an intervention. Which best describes this for a former teacher with Alzheimer's?
Answer: Activities that align with past roles, such as reading to others or sorting papers
Meaningful activities connect to a person's identity and life history, providing purpose and engagement relevant to who they are.
What is the recommended frequency for formally reviewing and updating a care plan in a long-term care setting under federal regulations?
Answer: Quarterly and following significant changes in condition
Federal regulations require quarterly care plan reviews in nursing facilities, with additional reviews whenever there is a significant change in condition.
A person with early-stage Alzheimer's wants to remain involved in planning their own care. What approach best supports this?
Answer: Actively include them in care planning discussions and honor stated preferences
Supported decision-making principles advocate for including persons with early dementia directly in their care planning while they can contribute.