ACC Dementia Care & Cognitive Programming

Question 1

What is the primary goal of cognitive stimulation therapy (CST) for residents with dementia?

Accepted Answer

To maintain and enhance cognitive function and social engagement

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To cure cognitive decline through intensive training

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To sedate residents during periods of challenging behavior

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To train residents to memorize new information daily

Question 2

Which therapeutic approach involves entering the resident's perceived reality rather than correcting their misconceptions?

Accepted Answer

Validation therapy

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Reality orientation therapy

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Cognitive behavioral therapy

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Reminiscence therapy

Question 3

What type of activity is MOST appropriate for a resident in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease?

Accepted Answer

Activities that utilize remaining skills and promote independence

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Simple repetitive tasks with no cognitive demand

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Passive activities such as watching television exclusively

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Highly complex group projects requiring significant coordination

Question 4

The 'Best Friends' approach to dementia care emphasizes which core concept?

Accepted Answer

Building a relationship based on kindness, empathy, and knowing the person's life history

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Strict behavior modification protocols

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Medical interventions to slow cognitive decline

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Limiting social interactions to prevent confusion

Question 5

What behavioral pattern is MOST characteristic of 'sundowning' in residents with dementia?

Accepted Answer

Increased confusion, agitation, or restlessness typically in the late afternoon or evening

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Increased clarity and orientation during evening hours

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Excessive sleeping during afternoon hours only

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Withdrawal from all social activities throughout the entire day

Question 6

Which communication technique is MOST effective when interacting with a resident who has moderate dementia?

Accepted Answer

Using simple, short sentences with a calm tone and supportive non-verbal cues

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Using complex sentences to stimulate cognitive processing

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Asking multiple questions at once to gather information efficiently

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Correcting all factual errors immediately to maintain orientation

Question 7

Reminiscence therapy primarily benefits residents with dementia by:

Accepted Answer

Accessing long-term memories to promote feelings of identity, worth, and connection

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Restoring lost memories from the recent past

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Providing opportunities to discuss current events

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Teaching residents new coping strategies for daily challenges