Definitions
This term describes the ability to think logically and clearly.
cognition
When communicating with residents who have Alzheimer's disease, nursing assistants should always approach from this direction and avoid startling them.
the front
This behavior occurs when a resident who is excited, restless, or troubled is said to be in this state, which can be triggered by frustration or pain.
agitation
The Alzheimer's Association identifies this many general stages of Alzheimer's disease.
three
This type of therapy uses activities that residents used to enjoy to promote self-esteem and provide mental exercise throughout most stages of Alzheimer's disease.
activity therapy
This temporary condition causes a person to be unable to think clearly and logically, often interfering with decision-making.
confusion
________________ involves repeating words, phrases, questions, or actions over and over, which can provide comfort and security for people with dementia.
Perseveration
This type of reaction, triggered by situations like overstimulation or difficult tasks, causes a person with Alzheimer's to respond with agitation or behaviors similar to sundowning.
catastrophic reaction
During this stage of Alzheimer's disease, a person may show some memory loss and problems with familiar objects, but may still be independent and able to work and drive.
mild stage
This therapeutic approach means letting residents believe they live in the past or in imaginary circumstances, without attempting to reorient them to actual circumstances.
validation therapy
This general term refers to a serious loss of mental abilities such as thinking, remembering, reasoning, and communicating.
dementia
When a resident with Alzheimer's has lost most verbal skills, nursing assistants should use __________ communication methods, including touch, smiles, and laughter.
nonverbal
This behavior pattern occurs when a person with Alzheimer's disease becomes restless and agitated in the late afternoon, evening, or night.
sundowning
On average a person with Alzheimer's disease lives this many years after diagnosis, although some can live as long as 20 years.
4-8 years
This type of therapy involves encouraging residents to remember and talk about the past, helping them feel valued and increasing their understanding.
reminiscence therapy
This type of dementia is a progressive, degenerative, and irreversible disease that causes tangled nerve fibers and protein deposits in the brain.
Alzheimer's disease
For residents with elimination problems, nursing assistants should observe toilet patterns for ________ days determine routine bathroom times.
2 or 3
When a resident exhibits this behavior—which involves collecting and putting things away in a disorganized way—nursing assistants should label belongings and check areas where residents store items.
hoarding
During this stage of Alzheimer's disease, a person may be unable to communicate with others, control movement, or respond to surroundings, requiring significant help with activities of daily living.
severe stage
This type of therapy involves using music to accomplish specific goals, such as managing stress, improving mood and cognition, and has been found successful with people who do not respond well to other treatments.
music therapy
This is the time when the signs and symptoms of a disease begin, marking the start of the condition.
onset
When a resident has problems with nutrition, f_______ f________ may be served because they allow the resident choose what they want to eat.
finger foods
Seeing, hearing, smelling, or feeling things that are not really there.
hallucinating
This stage of Alzheimer's disease has the longest duration and includes symptoms such as forgetting recent events, repeating questions, and being moody or withdrawn.
moderate
During validation therapy, nursing assistants should explore the resident's beliefs and should not __________ them, even when their beliefs are wrong.
argue with or correct