Dementia
A decline in cognitive functioning severe enough to interfere with ADLs
What is Dementia
This over-the-counter medication is used to treat heartburn and acid indigestion by neutralizing stomach acid.
What is Tums?
This document is used to record the care provided to a patient during a shift.
What is a care chart?
This action is necessary if a healthcare aide overhears someone discussing patient information in a public area.
What is report the breach of confidentiality?
This term refers to inflammation of the joints.
What is arthritis
What is a common legal document that allows someone to make decisions for a dementia patient?
What is Power of Attorney
This side effect, often caused by opioid pain medications, can cause discomfort in the digestive tract.
What is constipation
This form of communication involves facial expressions, body language, and gestures.
What is none verbal communication
This type of behavior should be avoided, as it can undermine the trust and respect of patients and colleagues.
What is unprofessional behaviour?
This term refers to a condition where the heart rate is abnormally fast.
What is tachycardia
True of False, dementia is a normal part of aging
False
This fruit juice can interact with many medications, including certain statins, by affecting drug metabolism.
What is grapefruit juice?
This should be done to patient records when they are not in use to ensure privacy.
What is locking them up
This document outlines a patient's wishes regarding medical treatment if they are unable to communicate.
What is an advanced directive
This acronym stands for the immediate response to a suspected stroke.
BE FAST
Balance, eyes, face, arms, speech, time
The term for difficulty with language often experienced by dementia patients?
What is aphasia
This is what you do if a client refuses his medications
What is reporting to nurse and documentation?
This action is necessary if a healthcare aide does not understand a patient’s instructions or needs.
What is clarification
This type of abuse involves withholding necessary care or treatment from a patient.
What is neglect
This acronym helps people remember the steps for using a fire extinguisher.
PASS
Pull, aim, squeeze, sweep
A life style change that can help reduce the risk of dementia
What is exercise?
This is the first thing a healthcare aide should do before administering any medication to a patient.
What is verify the patient's identity?
This action is necessary if a patient reports an adverse reaction to a medication.
What is report the reaction to a healthcare provider?
This term refers to the ethical duty to protect patient privacy and personal health information.
What is confidentiality?
This technique involves repeating back what the patient has said to ensure understanding.
What is reflective listening or active listening?