Question One: Why might individuals with Alzheimer's disease refuse to bathe? A. They are afraid of falling B. They do not understand the caregiver's instructions C. They feel vulnerable when naked D. They are cold E. All of the above Question Two: Using a "guided choice" is important when helping an individual with Alzheimer's disease to get dressed. What would be an example of a "guided choice" by a caregiver? A. "The closet is located in your bedroom" B. "Would you like to wear this outfit or this other outfit?" C. "What would you like to wear today?" D. "Put your shoes on quickly so we can get to the doctor's appointment." Question Three: Individuals with Alzheimer's disease may become incontinent because of "Agnosia". "Agnosia" is caused by brain damage and means that the person with dementia may present what difficulty? A. May feel off balance B. May be argumentative C. May not recognize familiar objects for what they are. D. May not be able to handle his clothing Question Four: True or false, those with Alzheimer's disease will become bored with repetitive activity? True False Question Five: If the individual with Alzheimer's disease is being combative while dressing, what should the caregiver do? A. Physically restrain the person with dementia B. Provide a rational, detailed explanation as to why this activity is important C. Give the person medication to calm him D. Step back from the person and try to determine what is causing the agitation. How did you do?
A. They are afraid of falling B. They do not understand the caregiver's instructions C. They feel vulnerable when naked D. They are cold E. All of the above
A. "The closet is located in your bedroom" B. "Would you like to wear this outfit or this other outfit?" C. "What would you like to wear today?" D. "Put your shoes on quickly so we can get to the doctor's appointment."
A. May feel off balance B. May be argumentative C. May not recognize familiar objects for what they are. D. May not be able to handle his clothing
True False
A. Physically restrain the person with dementia B. Provide a rational, detailed explanation as to why this activity is important C. Give the person medication to calm him D. Step back from the person and try to determine what is causing the agitation.
How did you do?