A nurse develops a plan to addressing dementia-related behaviors ...

[evelyn o bentley]

A nurse develops a plan to addressing dementia-related behaviors in an older adult with dementia. Which of the following interventions should be included in this plan? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A) Maintain a clutter-free environment.
  B) Implement regular rest periods.
  C) Place pictures of familiar people in very visible places.
  D) Lay out clothing in the order in which the items are to be donned.
  E) Test the client's memory with each conversation.

Question 2

Which of the following are examples of appropriate communication techniques for dealing effectively with people with dementia?
 
  A) Ask open-ended questions so the person feels he or she can make choices.
  B) For people in the later stages of Alzheimer disease, talk as you would to a child.
  C) Maintain good eye contact and use a relaxed and smiling approach.
  D) When the person forgets something, remind him or her not to forget next time.

[tkempin]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, B, C, D
Implement regular rest periods to compensate for fatigue and loss of reserve energy. Use simple pictures and place pictures of familiar individuals in visible areas. Keep the environment free of clutter and place dangerous substances in an inaccessible area. Avoid persistent testing of memory

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
To facilitate communication with people who have dementia, the nurse uses a relaxed and smiling approach. The nurse should avoid infantilization of the older adult and not emphasize the person's memory or cognitive deficits.

[evelyn o bentley]

Great answer, keep it coming

[diana chang]

Excellent