ACC Client Needs 2

Question 1

A resident with mild dementia repeatedly asks to go home during group activities. What is the BEST initial response by the activity consultant?

Accepted Answer

Redirect the resident with a meaningful task or familiar object

Answer

Therapeutic redirection using familiar objects or meaningful tasks is the evidence-based first response for residents with dementia expressing distress.

Question 2

Which domain of client needs is addressed when an activity consultant arranges for a resident to video call family members weekly?

Accepted Answer

Social/emotional needs

Answer

Maintaining family connections addresses social and emotional needs by reducing isolation and sustaining meaningful relationships.

Question 3

A new resident refuses to participate in any group activities. The MOST appropriate initial action is to:

Accepted Answer

Offer one-on-one engagement in the resident's room

Answer

One-on-one room visits respect autonomy while building rapport and identifying the resident's individual interests and barriers.

Question 4

When assessing a client's leisure history, the activity consultant is primarily gathering information about:

Accepted Answer

Past interests, habits, and routines that can inform current programming

Answer

Leisure history assessment captures lifelong interests and roles to create individualized, meaningful programming.

Question 5

A resident with low vision attends a current events discussion group. To best meet this client's needs, the activity consultant should:

Accepted Answer

Provide large-print materials and read headlines aloud to the group

Answer

Adapting materials with large print and verbal delivery maintains full inclusion while accommodating the specific sensory need.

(ACC) Activity Consultant Certified Practice Test

(ACC) Activity Consultant Certified Practice Test

ACC Client Needs 2