NCCAP Gerontology & Resident Needs Assessment 3

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Simplified, patronizing speech used with older adults that undermines dignity

Answer

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

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

14 days

Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Increased heterogeneity in functional capacity and health status

Answer

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Stepwise decline with plateaus following vascular events

Answer

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

(NCCAP) National Certification Council for Activity Professionals Practice Test

(NCCAP) National Certification Council for Activity Professionals Practice Test

NCCAP Gerontology & Resident Needs Assessment 3