Dementia Training Certification Dementia Training Nutrition, Hydration & Physical Health

Question 1

Which of the following is a common nutritional challenge for individuals with dementia?

Accepted Answer

Difficulty recognizing food or utensils

Answer

Increased appetite due to heightened sensory awareness

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Preference for more complex meal presentations

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Improved swallowing reflexes over time

Question 2

A person with dementia refuses to eat. What is the BEST initial approach for a caregiver?

Accepted Answer

Assess for potential pain, discomfort, or environmental factors

Answer

Force feeding to ensure adequate nutrition

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Skip the meal and try again at the next scheduled time

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Immediately contact a physician to request a feeding tube

Question 3

Which of the following best describes dysphagia in persons with dementia?

Accepted Answer

Difficulty or discomfort with swallowing

Answer

Loss of appetite due to sensory changes

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Inability to recognize food items

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Refusal to drink adequate fluids

Question 4

What is the recommended minimum daily fluid intake for older adults to prevent dehydration?

Accepted Answer

1,500–2,000 ml per day

Answer

500–700 ml per day

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800–1,000 ml per day

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2,500–3,000 ml per day

Question 5

Which environmental modification can help improve food intake in a person with dementia?

Accepted Answer

Using high-contrast colored plates to help distinguish food

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Using white plates on white tablecloths to minimize stimulation

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Presenting all food courses simultaneously to save time

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Playing loud, upbeat music during mealtimes

Question 6

Which sign is MOST indicative of dehydration in a person with dementia?

Accepted Answer

Dark-colored urine and dry mouth

Answer

Increased appetite and food intake

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Elevated blood pressure and flushed skin

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Increased social engagement and activity

Question 7

When assisting a person with dementia who has dysphagia, the caregiver should:

Accepted Answer

Position the person upright and offer small, manageable bites

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Encourage rapid eating to minimize mealtime fatigue

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Position the person lying flat to ease swallowing

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Offer thin liquids as they are easiest to swallow