Care Of Cognitively Impaired Residents 4 Flashcards
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A resident with dementia accuses the CNA of stealing their jewelry. The BEST response is to:
Answer: Remain calm, acknowledge the resident's concern, and offer to help search for the item together
Paranoid accusations are a dementia symptom; staying calm and helping search validates feelings without escalating conflict.
Which activity is MOST appropriate for a resident in the early stage of Alzheimer's disease?
Answer: Simple familiar activities such as folding laundry or sorting objects
Familiar, simple tasks use preserved procedural memory and provide a sense of accomplishment in early Alzheimer's disease.
When a resident with dementia becomes physically aggressive during care, the CNA should:
Answer: Stop the task, step back, ensure safety, and report to the nurse
Stopping and ensuring safety is the priority; the nurse must be informed to assess triggers and update the care plan.
How does dementia DIFFER from normal age-related memory changes?
Answer: Dementia involves progressive cognitive decline that significantly impairs daily activities
Dementia causes progressive, function-impairing cognitive decline, while normal aging may cause mild forgetfulness that does not disrupt daily life.
A resident with dementia is found attempting to eat non-food items. This behavior is called:
Answer: Pica
Pica is the ingestion of non-food substances and can occur in advanced dementia, posing serious safety risks.
Which approach is MOST effective for reducing nighttime wandering in residents with dementia?
Answer: Establishing a consistent bedtime routine and providing adequate daytime activity
A structured daily routine with adequate daytime stimulation promotes better sleep and reduces nocturnal wandering.
A CNA notices a cognitively impaired resident has suddenly become much more confused than usual. The PRIORITY action is to:
Answer: Report the change immediately to the nurse, as sudden confusion may indicate delirium or a medical problem
Sudden worsening of confusion is a key sign of delirium, which may signal infection, medication reaction, or another acute medical issue requiring prompt evaluation.