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oliviahorn72

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Which interventions provided by the caregiver will help ensure effective care for the pa-tient diagnosed with dementia? (Select all that apply)
 
  a. Taking the patient's blood pressure regularly
  b. Being alert to ways the patient might be hurt
  c. Keeping the patient on a predictable schedule
  d. Assuming responsibility for meeting the patient's needs
  e. Providing the patient with nonstimulating, private time

Question 2

Which intervention has highest priority for a patient with stage 3 Alzheimer's disease?
 
  a. Cutting the patient's food into bite size pieces
  b. Providing fluids to the patient every hour while awake
  c. Demonstrating to the patient how to put toothpaste on the brush
  d. Assisting the patient in signing a birthday care for a granddaughter



Natalie4ever

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B, C, E
These interventions take responsibility for areas in which the patient is incapable of providing self-care and addressing the special needs this patient has. Taking the blood pressure is not necessary unless there is a medical condition that requires doing so. Although the patient's ability to provide self-care will deteriorate, independence should be encouraged as appropri-ate.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The severe dementia characteristics of stage 3 renders the patient incapable of independently meeting hydration and nutrition needs. These needs are basic to life, so they are of highest priority. The remaining options are not applicable for such an impaired patient.



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