Dementia and Cognitive Care Flashcards
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Which is the most common form of dementia in the United States?
Answer: Alzheimer's disease
Alzheimer's disease accounts for approximately 60–80% of all dementia cases in the US.
Which behavior is commonly associated with moderate-stage Alzheimer's disease?
Answer: Significant memory loss, confusion about time/place, and difficulty with ADLs
Moderate Alzheimer's is characterized by significant memory impairment, confusion, and increasing dependence with daily activities.
What is 'sundowning' in a resident with dementia?
Answer: Increased confusion, agitation, or restlessness in the late afternoon and evening
Sundowning refers to increased behavioral symptoms of dementia that worsen in late afternoon and evening, possibly linked to circadian disruption.
Which communication approach is most effective when caring for a resident with dementia?
Answer: Use short, simple sentences, a calm tone, and non-verbal cues
Simple language, a calm voice, and non-verbal support reduce confusion and improve understanding in residents with dementia.
A resident with dementia insists their deceased mother is coming to visit. What is the best response?
Answer: Enter the resident's reality with empathy and redirect if needed
Entering the resident's reality and responding with empathy avoids distress while gently redirecting to comfort and engagement.
What is wandering in the context of dementia care, and why is it a safety concern?
Answer: Purposeless or confused walking that can lead to elopement, falls, or injury
Wandering is unplanned, disoriented movement that increases risk of elopement (leaving the facility unsafely), falls, and injury.