AAC Activity Programming & Engagement 3

Question 1

Which approach BEST supports autonomy during activity engagement for a person with Alzheimer's?

Accepted Answer

Offering limited, simple choices between two or three options

Answer

Offering two to three simple choices preserves decision-making ability without overwhelming someone with cognitive impairment.

Question 2

Nature-based activities (gardening, walking outdoors) are recommended in dementia care primarily because they:

Accepted Answer

Reduce agitation, improve mood, and provide sensory stimulation

Answer

Research shows nature exposure and horticultural therapy reduce agitation and depression while providing beneficial sensory input for people with dementia.

Question 3

An activity professional notices a resident with Alzheimer's repeatedly asks to 'go to work.' The MOST therapeutic response is to:

Accepted Answer

Engage the resident in a meaningful task that mirrors former work, such as sorting papers

Answer

Providing a purposeful work-like task validates the resident's identity and redirects the behavior without confrontation or reality-orienting correction.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of a 'life history' or 'life story' document in activity programming?

Accepted Answer

To identify the individual's personal preferences, roles, and interests for person-centered programming

Answer

A life history document captures biographical information that guides staff in creating meaningful, individualized activities aligned with the person's identity.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a 'failure-free' activity design principle?

Accepted Answer

Open-ended creative projects where all participation is valid

Answer

Failure-free activities are designed so that all attempts are successful, preserving self-esteem and reducing frustration for people with dementia.

(AAC) Alzheimer's Association Certification Practice Test

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AAC Activity Programming & Engagement 3