Activities of Daily Living Flashcards
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When assisting a person with Alzheimer's to dress, using clothing with Velcro closures instead of buttons primarily addresses which deficit?
Answer: Fine motor skill decline
Velcro closures compensate for fine motor difficulties common in Alzheimer's, making dressing more independent.
A caregiver observes that a resident with Alzheimer's eats much better when seated next to other residents at a table. This is an example of:
Answer: Environmental cuing to promote ADL participation
Social and environmental cues at a communal table can stimulate appetite and model eating behaviors for people with Alzheimer's.
Which statement about nighttime toileting for a person with Alzheimer's is most accurate?
Answer: Installing nightlights and placing a commode near the bed reduces fall risk
Nightlights and a nearby commode reduce fall hazards while supporting safer independent or assisted toileting at night.
A person with Alzheimer's refuses to brush their teeth. Which approach is MOST appropriate?
Answer: Start by handing them the toothbrush and seeing if they will initiate
Handing the toothbrush initiates a familiar motor sequence; the person may begin brushing independently once they hold it.
Which sensory consideration is most important when bathing a person with Alzheimer's who has dementia-related agitation?
Answer: Warming the bathroom and using warm water to create a comfortable environment
A warm, comfortable environment reduces sensory discomfort and calms agitation during the bathing process.
When a person with Alzheimer's demonstrates sundowning during evening meal preparation, what ADL modification is most helpful?
Answer: Move the main meal to midday when the person is typically calmer
Scheduling the main meal at midday takes advantage of a typically calmer period and reduces mealtime conflict during evening sundowning.
Which behavior during dressing may indicate that a person with Alzheimer's is experiencing pain?
Answer: Crying, grimacing, or pulling away when arms are moved
Crying, grimacing, or withdrawing during dressing are non-verbal pain indicators that should prompt a pain assessment.