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Should lighting be bright or dim in a dementia unit?
Bright, to reduce shadows and confusion.
What should you document about a dementia resident?
: Changes in behavior, eating, sleeping, health status.
: True or False: Touch can be comforting for some residents.
true
: What is a major symptom in late-stage dementia?
Loss of physical abilities and inability to communicate
A Patient leaves the building and is not found. What code is this?
Yellow
A resident repeats the same question often. What might this indicate?
: Short-term memory loss.
What does disorientation mean in dementia patients?
Confusion about time, place, or identity.
Can dementia be cured?
No, but symptoms can be managed.
In which stage might a person need help with toileting and dressing?
Middle or late stage.
What is a major symptom in late-stage dementia?
Loss of physical abilities and inability to communicate.
Name one type of dementia.
Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, frontotemporal dementia.
Is dementia a normal part of aging?
no
A patient believes it is 1970. What type of disorientation is this?
Time disorientation.
true or False: Confusion can be worse in the evening.
: True (sundowning).
What is a typical sign of early-stage dementia?
Forgetting names or recent events.
What is dementia?
A decline in cognitive function affecting memory, thinking, and social abilities.
What is the most common form of dementia?
Alzheimer’s disease.
What should you do if a confused resident becomes upset?
Stay calm, offer reassurance, redirect gently.
What is a good technique to reduce confusion in the care environment?
Maintain a consistent routine.
Q: What happens in middle-stage dementia?
Increased memory loss, confusion, difficulty with daily tasks.
Why might a resident with dementia become agitated?
Pain, confusion, overstimulation, unmet needs.
How many main stages are commonly used to describe dementia progression?
Three (early, middle, late).
Name a cognitive symptom of dementia.
Memory loss, poor judgment, language problems
How should you communicate with someone who has dementia?
Use simple words, speak slowly, maintain eye contact.
What’s a professional way to handle a resident who doesn’t recognize you?
Reintroduce yourself calmly and respectfully.