ADC - Certified Activity Director Therapeutic Program Implementation Questions and Answers

Question 1

An Activity Director is leading a group of residents with varying cognitive abilities in a planting activity.
One resident, who has moderate dementia, becomes frustrated trying to fill a small pot with soil.
What is the MOST appropriate adaptation to implement in this situation?

Accepted Answer

Provide a larger pot and a scoop to make the task physically easier.

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Remove the resident from the activity to avoid further agitation.

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Instruct the resident to watch how others are doing it correctly.

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Tell the resident that it's okay and complete the task for them.

Question 2

Which of the following is the BEST example of objective documentation in an activity progress note?

Accepted Answer

"Resident attended the music program for 30 minutes, smiled, and tapped her feet to the rhythm."

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"Resident seemed to enjoy the music program and was happy."

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"Resident had a good day and was very social at the music program."

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"Resident participated in the music program but was a little withdrawn as usual."

Question 3

An Activity Director is evaluating the effectiveness of a new sensory stimulation program for residents with advanced dementia. Which of the following would be the MOST meaningful indicator of the program's success?

Accepted Answer

A documented decrease in residents' negative behavioral expressions (e.g., agitation, calling out) following the sessions.

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The number of residents who attended each session.

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Positive feedback received from the residents' family members.

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The number of staff who were able to assist with the program.

Question 4

A resident who previously worked as a librarian has severe arthritis in her hands, making it painful to hold a book. She has expressed sadness about not being able to read anymore. Which is the most effective therapeutic implementation to address her interest?

Accepted Answer

Introduce her to audiobooks and provide an easy-to-use digital player or tablet.

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Suggest she listen to the television in the dayroom.

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Provide large-print books, even though holding them is difficult.

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Arrange for a volunteer to read to her once a month.

Question 5

When leading a group activity, the Activity Director notices that several residents seem disengaged and are talking amongst themselves. What is the BEST immediate course of action?

Accepted Answer

Assess the situation and attempt to modify the activity in real-time to better engage the participants.

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Stop the activity and ask the disruptive residents to leave.

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Speak louder to regain the attention of the entire group.

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Continue with the activity as planned, assuming some residents will not want to participate.

Question 6

Which of the following is an essential component of the 'implementation' phase of the therapeutic recreation process?

Accepted Answer

Leading the activity and providing guidance, cueing, and adaptations as needed.

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Conducting the initial comprehensive assessment.

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Writing the resident's activity care plan goals.

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Evaluating the resident's overall progress toward goals.