ACC Activities of Daily Living 2

Question 1

An Alzheimer's patient resists taking a bath. What is the most effective first approach?

Accepted Answer

Offer a choice between a bath or a sponge bath

Answer

Force the patient into the bath immediately

Answer

Explain the bath is doctor's orders

Answer

Skip bathing that day without attempting alternatives

Question 2

Which technique best supports dressing independence in a person with moderate Alzheimer's?

Accepted Answer

Lay out one item at a time and give simple, step-by-step cues

Answer

Lay out all clothing items and let them dress fully alone

Answer

Dress the person completely to save time

Answer

Choose clothing based on caregiver preference only

Question 3

A caregiver notices a person with Alzheimer's is pocketing food instead of swallowing during meals. This behavior most likely indicates:

Accepted Answer

A swallowing difficulty that requires evaluation

Answer

The person dislikes the food

Answer

A deliberate attempt to save food for later

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A sign that the portion size is too large

Question 4

To promote safe toileting for a person with Alzheimer's who has frequent accidents, a caregiver should:

Accepted Answer

Establish a regular toileting schedule every 2–3 hours

Answer

Restrict fluid intake to reduce accidents

Answer

Use incontinence briefs and never attempt toileting schedules

Answer

Wait for the person to request bathroom assistance

Question 5

Which environmental modification most directly improves grooming safety for a person with Alzheimer's?

Accepted Answer

Installing grab bars near the sink

Answer

Removing all mirrors from the bathroom

Answer

Keeping grooming supplies locked away

Answer

Using only manual razors to reduce cost

Question 6

When assisting a person with late-stage Alzheimer's with oral care, what is the safest position?

Accepted Answer

Sitting upright at a 90-degree angle

Answer

Lying flat on their back

Answer

Tilted back in a recliner chair

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Standing at the sink independently

Question 7

A person with Alzheimer's repeatedly puts on multiple layers of clothing regardless of the temperature. The caregiver should:

Accepted Answer

Redirect with a simple activity and quietly remove excess layers later

Answer

Lock the closet to prevent access to extra clothing

Answer

Argue that they are wearing too much and remove clothes immediately

Answer

Allow unlimited layering to avoid conflict