Gerontology & Resident Needs Assessment Flashcards

The concept of 'elderspeak' in gerontological practice refers to:

Answer: Simplified, patronizing speech used with older adults that undermines dignity

Elderspeak is a form of communication that infantilizes older adults through simplified language, slow speech, and endearing terms, which can diminish self-esteem.

According to OBRA regulations, activity assessments in long-term care must be completed within how many days of admission?

Answer: 14 days

OBRA regulations require that a comprehensive activity assessment be completed within 14 days of a resident's admission to a long-term care facility.

Which of the following is a characteristic of the 'oldest-old' population (age 85+) that activity professionals should consider in programming?

Answer: Increased heterogeneity in functional capacity and health status

The oldest-old population is highly heterogeneous, with wide variation in functional capacity, health status, and abilities that must be individually assessed.

The 'Person-Environment-Occupation' model applied to activity programming emphasizes:

Answer: Matching activity demands to the resident's current capabilities and environment

The PEO model considers the interaction between the person's abilities, the environment, and the occupational demands to optimize meaningful engagement.

A resident diagnosed with vascular dementia is MOST likely to show which cognitive pattern?

Answer: Stepwise decline with plateaus following vascular events

Vascular dementia typically presents with a stepwise pattern of decline, where cognitive losses occur after vascular events followed by periods of stability.

Which assessment tool is specifically designed to measure the quality of life of individuals with dementia?

Answer: QUALID (Quality of Life in Late-Stage Dementia)

The QUALID scale is specifically designed to assess quality of life in individuals with late-stage dementia who cannot self-report.

When implementing the Montessori-based programming approach for residents with dementia, activities should emphasize:

Answer: Errorless learning through graded tasks matched to ability level

Montessori-based programming uses errorless learning with tasks graded to the individual's ability, promoting success and dignity.