CNA Care Of Cognitively Impaired Residents 4 5

Question 1

A resident with dementia accuses the CNA of stealing their jewelry. The BEST response is to:

Accepted Answer

Remain calm, acknowledge the resident's concern, and offer to help search for the item together

Answer

Paranoid accusations are a dementia symptom; staying calm and helping search validates feelings without escalating conflict.

Question 2

Which activity is MOST appropriate for a resident in the early stage of Alzheimer's disease?

Accepted Answer

Simple familiar activities such as folding laundry or sorting objects

Answer

Familiar, simple tasks use preserved procedural memory and provide a sense of accomplishment in early Alzheimer's disease.

Question 3

When a resident with dementia becomes physically aggressive during care, the CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Stop the task, step back, ensure safety, and report to the nurse

Answer

Stopping and ensuring safety is the priority; the nurse must be informed to assess triggers and update the care plan.

Question 4

How does dementia DIFFER from normal age-related memory changes?

Accepted Answer

Dementia involves progressive cognitive decline that significantly impairs daily activities

Answer

Dementia causes progressive, function-impairing cognitive decline, while normal aging may cause mild forgetfulness that does not disrupt daily life.

Question 5

A resident with dementia is found attempting to eat non-food items. This behavior is called:

Accepted Answer

Pica

Answer

Pica is the ingestion of non-food substances and can occur in advanced dementia, posing serious safety risks.

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