Questions and Answers
The client with Alzheimer's disease is exhibiting:
Which long-term plans would be most therapeutic for the client awaiting placement in a skilled nursing facility?
The client with dementia is experiencing confusion late in the afternoon. This phenomenon is known as:
Which age group has the highest rate of Alzheimer's cases reported?
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The symptom that is unrelated to depression in a client with dementia of the Alzheimer's type would be?
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What response would be best for the nurse to make to a confused client asking about breakfast?
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A characteristic of stage III Alzheimer's disease is:
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The primary nursing intervention in working with a client with moderate stage dementia is ensuring that the client:
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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.
