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The client with Alzheimer's disease is exhibiting:
The client with Alzheimer's disease is exhibiting:
- Anomia
- Aphasia
- Apraxia (correct)
- Agnosia
Which long-term plans would be most therapeutic for the client awaiting placement in a skilled nursing facility?
Which long-term plans would be most therapeutic for the client awaiting placement in a skilled nursing facility?
- Placing mirrors in several locations in the home
- Placing simple signs to indicate the location of the bedroom, bathroom, and so on (correct)
- Alternating healthcare workers to prevent boredom
- Placing a picture of herself in her bedroom
The client with dementia is experiencing confusion late in the afternoon. This phenomenon is known as:
The client with dementia is experiencing confusion late in the afternoon. This phenomenon is known as:
- Delusions
- Sundowning (correct)
- Normal aging
- Chronic fatigue syndrome
Which age group has the highest rate of Alzheimer's cases reported?
Which age group has the highest rate of Alzheimer's cases reported?
The symptom that is unrelated to depression in a client with dementia of the Alzheimer's type would be?
The symptom that is unrelated to depression in a client with dementia of the Alzheimer's type would be?
What response would be best for the nurse to make to a confused client asking about breakfast?
What response would be best for the nurse to make to a confused client asking about breakfast?
A characteristic of stage III Alzheimer's disease is:
A characteristic of stage III Alzheimer's disease is:
The primary nursing intervention in working with a client with moderate stage dementia is ensuring that the client:
The primary nursing intervention in working with a client with moderate stage dementia is ensuring that the client:
Study Notes
Alzheimer's Disease Nursing Considerations
- Apraxia: Inability to use objects correctly, such as using a toothbrush for hair instead of teeth.
- Therapeutic Environment: Simple signs indicating locations (bathroom, bedroom) enhance client independence; mirrors and pictures may cause agitation.
- Sundowning Syndrome: Increased confusion experienced in the evening as the sun sets, common in clients with dementia.
- Age Group Statistics: The highest rate of Alzheimer's cases reported is among individuals aged 85 and older.
- Symptoms of Depression: A shallow or labile effect is not typically associated with depression in dementia; it transcends Alzheimer's symptoms.
- Response to Confusion: When a confused client claims to have not eaten, provide reassurance and food without confrontation, as they may forget prior events.
- Stage III of Alzheimer's: A key characteristic is the failure to recognize familiar objects, marking the severity of cognitive decline.
- Primary Nursing Intervention: Ensuring a safe and secure environment is crucial in moderate stage dementia; cognitive impairment increases safety risks.
- Home Care Evaluation: Reinforcement of safety measures (e.g., installation of safety bars, alarms) is vital for optimal home care quality for Alzheimer's patients.
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This quiz focuses on the essential nursing considerations for Alzheimer's disease, including recognition of symptoms, strategies for managing sundowning syndrome, and creating a therapeutic environment. Understanding apraxia and addressing the needs of clients in various stages of dementia will enhance care quality. Perfect for nursing students and professionals in geriatrics.
