DEMENTIA 101
NUMBERS PLEASE
CAN WE TALK?
COMMUNICATION
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BONUS ROUND
100

According to the definition of dementia, what cognitive domains are impaired? 

Memory

Executive Function

Language

Visuospatial Abilities

Social Cognition

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According to the current statistics, how many older adults have Alzheimer's Dementia?

Approximately 7.2 million adults aged 65 and older have Alzheimer's Dementia (1 in 9).

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There is a cure for dementia.

There are medications that can slow the progression of dementia but there is no cure.

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Cleaning a room for a resident with dementia is just like everyone else. It's important to stay on schedule.
FALSE. Your schedule is not the resident's schedule. Remember, you are in their home and should schedule cleaning according to what's best for the resident.
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Typical symptoms include changes in personality and behavior and difficulty with language. Pick's disease is a type of this dementia.
What is Frontal-temporal dementia?
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All people who are older will eventually develop severe memory loss and confusion.
FALSE Memory loss and confusion are symptoms of dementia and are NOT a normal part of getting older
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Almost half of people aged 85 and older have Alzheimer's disease.
TRUE 6% of people aged 65 to 74 have AD 45% of people aged 75 to 84 have AD 45% of people aged 75 to 84 have AD 45% of people aged 85 and older have AD
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What percentage of care is provided at home by family members of persons suffering from Alzheimer's or other dementias?
a) 95% b) 65% c) 80% d) 50% of care provided at home is delivered by family caregivers.
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It's considered the second most common type of dementia. Impairment is caused by decreased blood flow to parts of the brain, often due to a series of small strokes that block arteries.
What is vascular dementia?
200
Visual hallucinations, muscle rigidity and tremors are common with this type of dementia. Alertness and severity of cognitive symptoms may fluctuate daily.
What is Dementia with Lewy Bodies?
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A resident who suddenly shows signs of dementia may simply be dehydrated.
TRUE It can also be a UTI, or they may be depressed, or have had a recent medication change.
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Almost two-thirds of all Americans living with Alzheimer's disease are women.
TRUE Of the 5.2 million of Americans aged 65 and older, 3.4 million are women, 1.8 million are men.
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How many Americans provide unpaid care for a person with Alzheimer's or another dementia?
a) 1 million b) 5 million c) 15 million d) 11 million
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Characterized by the hallmark abnormalities of Alzheimer's and another type of dementia-most commonly vascular dementia, but also other types, such as dementia with Lewy bodies.
What is mixed dementia?
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Dementia is caused by various diseases and conditions that result in damaged brain cells or connections between brain cells. Which of the following diseases does NOT cause dementia? a) Alzheimer's disease b) Parkinson's disease c) The flu d) Lewy bodies e) Alcoholism
(c) The flu
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People 65 and older survive an average of: a) 1 year b) 4 to 8 years c) 8 to 15 years d) 20 and more years after being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.
answer: 4 to 8 years People 65 and older survive an average of four to eight years after a diagnosis of AD, yet some live as long as 20 years with AD.
400
Approximately 70-80% of the residents who live at Mercy and Salem have a diagnosis of some form of dementia.
TRUE. Its closer to 85-90% in Skilled Nursing.
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What if a resident accuses you of taking something of theirs. Is it best to apologize and accept blame, even if you're innocent?
TRUE. Do not engage in a arguing match with a resident suffering from dementia. Enlist the help of other staff to find the missing item of the resident.
500
All of the following are symptoms of dementia, except: a) challenges in planning and problem solving b) forgetfulness c) desire to watch television d) problems understanding directions e) confusion with time and place
(c) the desire to watch television
500
In 2011, the cost of healthcare, long-term care and hospice are estimated to be $183 billion. What is the projected annual amount for 2050? a) $200 billion b) $750 billion c) $1.1. trillion d) $2.2 trillion
answer: (c) $1.1 trillion
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Most residents with dementia don't notice loud voices or sudden loud sounds because they're so confused.
FALSE. They also notice when you're talking about them too!
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A resident is agitated and yelling at other residents and staff around the nurses station. What might you do to help in this situation?
a) leave her alone, someone else will deal with her b) go over to her, unlock the brakes on her wheelchair and take her to her room c) go up to her, bend down, catch he eye and ask her if she needs your help d) contact her doctor and ask for a medication to address her behavior
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