NCCAP Cognitive Stimulation 4

Question 1

Which theoretical framework MOST directly underpins cognitive stimulation therapy (CST)?

Accepted Answer

Person-centered care and social constructivism

Answer

CST is grounded in person-centered care and social constructivism, emphasizing the social context of cognitive engagement.

Question 2

When leading a current events discussion group for residents with mild cognitive impairment, the activity professional should PRIMARILY:

Accepted Answer

Focus on feelings and opinions rather than strict factual recall

Answer

Focusing on opinions and feelings reduces the pressure of factual recall and maintains engagement and self-efficacy.

Question 3

Errorless learning principles suggest that cognitive stimulation activities should be designed to:

Accepted Answer

Minimize opportunities for incorrect responses by providing prompts and cues

Answer

Errorless learning minimizes incorrect responses by guiding participants to correct answers, reducing frustration and strengthening accurate memory traces.

Question 4

A resident with frontotemporal dementia shows disinhibited behavior during a group trivia game. The MOST appropriate response is to:

Accepted Answer

Calmly redirect the resident to a one-on-one activity outside the group setting

Answer

Frontotemporal dementia affects impulse control; removing the resident calmly to a quieter setting respects others while addressing the behavior.

Question 5

Which cognitive domain is MOST directly targeted by asking a resident to arrange a series of picture cards in logical story order?

Accepted Answer

Sequencing and executive function

Answer

Arranging events in logical order requires sequencing, a core executive function involving planning and logical reasoning.

(NCCAP) National Certification Council for Activity Professionals Practice Test

(NCCAP) National Certification Council for Activity Professionals Practice Test

NCCAP Cognitive Stimulation 4