Dementia Training Certification Dementia Training Safety, Ethics & Caregiver Support 3

Question 1

Caregiver burnout in dementia care is BEST prevented by:

Accepted Answer

Utilizing respite care, peer support, and regular supervision

Answer

Structured respite, peer support, and supervision are evidence-based strategies for preventing caregiver burnout.

Question 2

Which environmental modification MOST reduces fall risk for a person with dementia?

Accepted Answer

Installing handrails and removing loose rugs

Answer

Handrails and removal of trip hazards directly address the leading environmental causes of falls.

Question 3

A caregiver suspects a colleague is physically abusing a resident. Under mandatory reporting laws, the caregiver MUST:

Accepted Answer

Report the suspicion to Adult Protective Services or the appropriate authority

Answer

Mandatory reporters are legally required to report suspected abuse regardless of certainty or proof.

Question 4

Which statement BEST describes informed consent for a person with mild dementia?

Accepted Answer

The person may still have decision-making capacity and should be included in consent processes

Answer

Mild dementia does not automatically eliminate decision-making capacity; capacity is task-specific and must be assessed.

Question 5

What is the PRIMARY purpose of a behavior log in dementia care?

Accepted Answer

To identify patterns and triggers so care plans can be adjusted

Answer

Behavior logs help identify antecedents and patterns, enabling targeted and person-centered interventions.

Dementia Training Certification Practice Test