NCCAP Cognitive Stimulation 2

Question 1

Which type of memory is BEST targeted by asking a resident to recall what they had for breakfast?

Accepted Answer

Short-term/recent memory

Answer

Asking about recent meals targets short-term or recent memory, which is often among the first affected in dementia.

Question 2

A resident with moderate dementia becomes agitated during a word-recall game. The BEST response from the activity professional is to:

Accepted Answer

Redirect to a simpler, less frustrating activity

Answer

Redirecting to a simpler activity reduces frustration while preserving engagement and dignity.

Question 3

Montessori-based activities for persons with dementia are characterized by:

Accepted Answer

Errorless learning using familiar, purposeful tasks

Answer

Montessori methods emphasize errorless learning through familiar, hands-on, purposeful tasks matched to current abilities.

Question 4

Which intervention best supports executive function in early-stage cognitive decline?

Accepted Answer

Planning a simple group event step by step

Answer

Step-by-step event planning engages executive functions such as sequencing, decision-making, and organization.

Question 5

When evaluating cognitive stimulation program outcomes, which tool is commonly used by activity professionals to track functional cognition?

Accepted Answer

Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA)

Answer

The MoCA is a widely used brief cognitive screening tool that tracks domains relevant to activity programming.

(NCCAP) National Certification Council for Activity Professionals Practice Test