UNAR Mental Health and Behavioral Support 2

Question 1

A resident with dementia repeatedly asks to go home every few minutes. What is the BEST nursing assistant response?

Accepted Answer

Use therapeutic fibbing and say 'We'll go soon' then redirect her attention

Answer

Therapeutic redirection and compassionate responses reduce distress in dementia patients better than confrontation or restraint.

Question 2

Which of the following is a common sign of depression in elderly residents?

Accepted Answer

Withdrawal from social activities and loss of interest in usual hobbies

Answer

Withdrawal, loss of interest, and low energy are hallmark signs of depression that nursing assistants should report.

Question 3

A resident becomes agitated and starts pacing the hallway. What should the nursing assistant do FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Calmly approach the resident, speak softly, and try to identify the cause

Answer

A calm, non-threatening approach helps de-escalate agitation and allows the nursing assistant to identify triggering causes.

Question 4

What does the term 'sundowning' refer to in residents with dementia?

Accepted Answer

Increased confusion, agitation, or behavioral changes that worsen in the late afternoon or evening

Answer

Sundowning describes the worsening of dementia-related behaviors that typically occurs in the late afternoon and evening.

Question 5

A resident with schizophrenia tells you that the food is poisoned. How should the nursing assistant respond?

Accepted Answer

Acknowledge the resident's concern calmly and report the statement to the nurse

Answer

Nursing assistants should acknowledge concerns without reinforcing delusions and report unusual statements to the nurse.

(UNAR) Utah Nursing Assistant Registry Practice Test