11. The correct answer is A. Rationale: Clothing that is easy on/easy off will enable the patient to remain independent for a longer period of time. This will also reduce stress for the caregiver and can potentially reduce conflict and disruption. 12. The correct answer is A. Rationale: AD may cause defiant, contrary behavior and personality change. AD can be cruel, and there will be difficult times for the caregiver and loved ones. The patient may have little control over their agitation and unknowingly engage in dangerous behavior. Address the behavior and do not denigrate the patient—it is not their fault. 13. The correct answer is C. Rationale: IADL are the daily chores that people do to live independent lives—grocery shopping, fixing dinner, medication management, and transportation. AD ultimately robs patients of their ability to do these tasks, rendering them unable to independently take care of themself.
14. The correct answer is A. Rationale: Maintaining a sense of independence can be difficult, timely, and messy. Allow the person to feed themselves as long as possible, and don’t let mealtime be rushed or stressful. Providing extra time can be empowering for the patient and minimize stress for the caregiver. Messes can always be cleaned up. 15. The correct answer is D. Rationale: Providing a dignified living space for a person with AD can give them comfort, structure, and a sense of safety, minimizing opportunities for increased confusion. Additionally, the familiarity of the space, with clearly defined colors, can help them identify their room/space. 16. The correct answer is A.
Rationale: Listening to music can activate areas of the brain that stimulate memory, reminiscence, emotion, mood, and reward (Flo et al., 2022). It is a simple way to enhance the environment, adjust mood, and liven up a room. Music can also promote movement and social connectedness. ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE AND OTHER DEMENTIAS: SYMPTOMS, STAGES, AND COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES EXPANDED Final Examination Questions Select the best answer for each question and mark your answers on the Final Examination Answer Sheet found on page 132, or complete your test online at EliteLearning.com/Book 96. What are symptoms of dementia? a. Loss of interest in normal activities and Paranoia b. Loss of ability to read and getting lost c. Unable to capture words and poor judgement d. All of the above 97. Which statement is true? a. Mild cognitive impairment is always a precursor to another disease b. Mild cognitive impairment can be a precursor to other illnesses c. Mild cognitive impairment always lead to Alzheimer’s. d. Mild cognitive impairment can always be improved. 98. Which attribute is NOT a part of late stage AD? a. Vulnerable to infection 102. Late-onset AD is diagnosed: a. Based on lab work ordered by the PCP or PA, but interpreted by a radiologist. b. Based on neurological testing to determine standard of care, but confirmed upon death c. Immediately upon symptom presentation. d. Only by genetic testing. 103. Neurons are comprised of: a. Cell body, dendrites, axon b. Cell migration, gliality, axon c. Hippocampus and brain stem d. Dendrites, axis, cell cavity 104. A brain with AD presents with which of the following: a. Clogs and pores b. Plaques and tin c. Amyloid and goop d. Amyloid plaques and Tau 105. Which of the following are potential living
b. Loss of awareness of time c. Requires minimal assistance d. Unable to perform self-care 99. An absence of social connection can lead to the following: a. Sedentary lifestyle and higher risk of dementia b. Improved stimulation c. Greater access to preventative care d. Fewer outbursts 100. Activities of daily living are: a. Functions of everyday living b. Driving and shopping for groceries c. Activities for entertainment d. Same as Independent ADLs 101. What did Dr. Barry Reisberg create for continuity of care for patients with AD? a. The technical term for dementia b. Seven Clinical Stages of AD c. Seven Healthy Habits d. Clinical components of wellbeing ..
accommodations for AD disease progression? a. Assisted living facilities, Memory units, and Hospice b. Only Skilled Nursing Facilities c. Skilled nursing facilities d. A and C
106. Stage 2 of dementia consists of difficulty remembering where things have been placed and the inability to recall names. A healthy individual can remain in this stage for up to how many years? a. 5
b. 10 c. 15 d. 25
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