Caregiver Skills and Techniques Flashcards
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Which approach best supports a person with Alzheimer's who has difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)?
Answer: Offering thickened liquids and pureed foods as recommended by a speech therapist
Texture-modified foods and thickened liquids, guided by a speech-language pathologist, reduce aspiration risk in dysphagia.
A caregiver is supporting a person with Alzheimer's who has become suspicious that their belongings are being stolen. The best response is:
Answer: Acknowledging their feelings and helping them search for the missing item together
Validating feelings and helping search for the item addresses the emotional distress without reinforcing false beliefs.
Validation therapy in Alzheimer's care is best described as:
Answer: Acknowledging and respecting the feelings and reality of the person with dementia
Validation therapy focuses on honoring the emotional truth of the person's experience rather than correcting factual inaccuracies.
Which nonverbal behavior should a caregiver monitor as a possible sign of discomfort in a non-verbal person with Alzheimer's?
Answer: Facial grimacing, rigid body posture, or increased vocalization
Grimacing, rigid posture, and vocalizations like moaning are behavioral indicators of pain or discomfort in non-verbal individuals.
When a person with Alzheimer's is incontinent, the caregiver should:
Answer: Respond calmly, assist with hygiene promptly, and maintain dignity
A calm, prompt, and dignity-preserving response reduces shame and maintains trust between the caregiver and the person.
Which strategy best helps a person with Alzheimer's maintain remaining abilities (cognitive reserve)?
Answer: Engaging the person in simple, familiar tasks within their current ability level
Meaningful engagement in activities matched to current ability maintains function and provides a sense of purpose.
A family member frequently corrects and argues with their loved one who has Alzheimer's about past events. The caregiver should advise the family to:
Answer: Shift to a validation approach that acknowledges feelings rather than correcting facts
Arguing or correcting increases distress without improving orientation; validation reduces conflict and maintains emotional well-being.