Alzheimer's/Dementia
Care of Confused Patient
Hodge Podge
Personal Care
Hodge Podge
Bathing & Dressing
100
What is the most common cause of dementia?
What is Alzheimer’s disease?
100
What is the CNA’s first response when a confused resident becomes anxious or upset?
What is remain calm and reassuring?
100
Why is nonverbal communication important in dementia care?
What is residents may respond better to gestures, touch, and facial expressions?
100
What does personal care include?
What is bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, oral care, eating assistance?
100
What is the recommended water temperature for bathing residents?
What is 105–110°F?
100
What should be washed first in a bed bath?
What are the eyes and face?
200
If a resident becomes confused about time or place, what is the CNA’s best approach?
What is remain calm, give simple reassurance, and reorient gently?
200
What should a CNA do before giving instructions to a confused resident?
What is get the resident’s attention first by using their name, making eye contact, and ensuring a calm environment?
200
Why do some residents with dementia wander?
What is they may be searching for something familiar, trying to fulfill past routines, or relieving restlessness?
200
Why is personal care important for residents?
What is promotes hygiene, comfort, health, and dignity?
200
What is the safest way to shave a male resident on anticoagulants (blood thinners)?
What is use an electric razor?
200
Why is perineal care especially important?
What is to prevent infection and maintain skin integrity?
300
What should a CNA do if a confused resident refuses care?
What is step back, try again later, or offer the care in a different way?
300
Why is it important to maintain a routine for confused residents?
What is it reduces anxiety and helps provide a sense of security?
300
DAILY DOUBLE
What should the CNA do if a resident tries to leave the facility?
What is stay with the resident, redirect, and notify the nurse immediately?
300
What should the CNA do to maintain privacy during personal care?
What is close curtains/doors and cover resident when possible?
300
How should fingernails be trimmed?
What is straight across?
300
Which side should be dressed first, strong or weak?
What is weak side first?
400
What is a catastrophic reaction in dementia care?
What is an extreme emotional outburst due to confusion, frustration, or overstimulation?
400
How can CNAs best help a confused resident find their room or dining area?
What is use clear signs, cues, or guide them gently?
400
What is the CNA’s role after a catastrophic reaction subsides?
What is reassure the resident, document behavior, and report to the nurse?
400
How can CNAs promote independence during personal care?
What is encourage residents to do what they can, even if it takes longer?
400
How should a CNA style hair for residents with dementia?
What is simple styles that are easy to manage?
400
DAILY DOUBLE 
Why is bathing a good time for skin observation?
What is you can check for redness, sores, or skin changes?
500
What is “sundowning”?
What is increased confusion, agitation, or restlessness in the late afternoon or evening?
500
What should a CNA do if a confused resident insists on going “home”?
What is redirect with reassurance and a safe activity instead of arguing?
500
How can CNAs prevent catastrophic reactions?
What is provide simple instructions and a calm environment?
500
What should CNAs do before beginning any personal care task?
What is explain the procedure to the resident?
500
If a resident becomes combative or verbally abusive during bathing or dressing what is the CNA’s best response?
What remains calm, ensure safety, and report to the nurse?
500
How should privacy be maintained during bathing?
What is close the door, pull the curtain, cover the resident with a towel or blanket?
600
Why is patience the most important communication tool for CNAs caring for dementia residents?
What is it helps reduce resident stress and prevents escalation of behaviors?
600
Why should CNAs avoid using restraints with confused residents unless ordered for safety?
What is restraints increase agitation, risk of injury, and reduce dignity?
600
Why do catastrophic reactions often occur?
What is overstimulation, fear, confusion, or unmet needs?
600
Why is infection control critical during personal care?
What is to prevent spread of disease between residents and staff?
600
How should a CNA assist a resident who uses oxygen when getting dressed?
What is avoid tight clothing around chest/neck?
600
Why should CNAs encourage residents to dress themselves when possible?
What is to maintain independence and self-esteem?