Dementia Training Certification Dementia Training Pharmacological & Non-Pharmacological Interventions

Question 1

Which class of medications is most commonly prescribed to manage cognitive symptoms in Alzheimer's disease?

Accepted Answer

Cholinesterase inhibitors

Answer

Antipsychotics

Answer

Benzodiazepines

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Opioids

Question 2

Memantine is approved by the FDA to treat which stage(s) of Alzheimer's disease?

Accepted Answer

Moderate to severe

Answer

Mild only

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Early onset only

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All stages equally

Question 3

Which non-pharmacological intervention has strong evidence for reducing agitation in dementia patients?

Accepted Answer

Music therapy

Answer

Restraint use

Answer

Increased sedation

Answer

Isolation

Question 4

What is a key concern when using antipsychotic medications in elderly patients with dementia?

Accepted Answer

Increased stroke and mortality risk

Answer

Improved appetite

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Better sleep quality

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Enhanced cognition

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a sensory-based non-pharmacological intervention for dementia?

Accepted Answer

Aromatherapy

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Antibiotic therapy

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Chemotherapy

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Dialysis

Question 6

Before initiating pharmacological treatment for behavioral symptoms in dementia, what should caregivers do first?

Accepted Answer

Identify and address underlying causes

Answer

Administer the highest available dose

Answer

Use restraints

Answer

Increase isolation