AAC Caregiver Support & Education 3

Question 1

A husband caring for his wife with mid-stage Alzheimer's displays signs of depression and weight loss. The care team should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Screen the caregiver for depression using a validated tool

Answer

Systematic screening with a validated tool like the PHQ-9 identifies caregiver depression and guides appropriate intervention.

Question 2

Which approach is MOST effective when educating caregivers who have low health literacy?

Accepted Answer

Using plain language, visuals, and teach-back method

Answer

Plain language, visual aids, and the teach-back method improve comprehension and retention for caregivers with low health literacy.

Question 3

The Alzheimer's Association's 'Caregiver Stress Check' is designed to help caregivers:

Accepted Answer

Self-identify warning signs of caregiver burnout

Answer

The Caregiver Stress Check is a self-assessment tool that alerts caregivers to early signs of stress and burnout.

Question 4

When a person with Alzheimer's refuses personal care from their family caregiver, the BEST educational strategy is to teach the caregiver to:

Accepted Answer

Use distraction, redirection, and a calm approach

Answer

Distraction and redirection reduce resistance by shifting focus and de-escalating the situation before re-attempting care.

Question 5

Adult day services primarily benefit caregivers by:

Accepted Answer

Offering structured daytime programming and caregiver respite

Answer

Adult day programs give people with dementia social engagement while providing caregivers with planned respite during daytime hours.

(AAC) Alzheimer's Association Certification Practice Test