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What is a resource specifically mentioned for advance care planning for clients with dementia?
What is a resource specifically mentioned for advance care planning for clients with dementia?
- Nursing Home Toolkit: Promoting positive behavioral health.
- Hartford Institute for Geriatric Nursing: Dementia series. (correct)
- Critical Illness, Brain Dysfunction, and Survivorship (CIDS) Center.
- Society of Critical Care Medicine: Clinical practice guidelines.
Which resource focuses on promoting positive behavioral health in a nursing home setting?
Which resource focuses on promoting positive behavioral health in a nursing home setting?
- Confusion Assessment Method (CAM) from VA.gov.
- American Geriatrics Society: CoCare: HELP program.
- ICU-DIARY.org: Informal network for all health care workers.
- Nursing Home Toolkit: Promoting positive behavioral health. (correct)
Where can caregivers find information on the Family Confusion Assessment Method (FAM-CAM)?
Where can caregivers find information on the Family Confusion Assessment Method (FAM-CAM)?
- Society of Critical Care Medicine: Clinical practice guidelines.
- Delirium Network.org: Family Confusion Assessment Method (FAM-CAM). (correct)
- Advance Directive for Dementia.
- ICU-DIARY.org: Informal network for all health care workers.
Which resource provides descriptions of ICU stay and delirium experience?
Which resource provides descriptions of ICU stay and delirium experience?
Where can health care workers interested in maintaining an ICU diary access resources?
Where can health care workers interested in maintaining an ICU diary access resources?
What is an essential aspect when providing care for individuals with major neurocognitive disorders?
What is an essential aspect when providing care for individuals with major neurocognitive disorders?
In the context of neurocognitive disorders, what should caregivers focus on to ensure a better quality of life?
In the context of neurocognitive disorders, what should caregivers focus on to ensure a better quality of life?
What is a key consideration when monitoring the general health of individuals with neurocognitive disorders?
What is a key consideration when monitoring the general health of individuals with neurocognitive disorders?
Which of the following is an important aspect of collaborating with caregivers in the care of individuals with neurocognitive disorders?
Which of the following is an important aspect of collaborating with caregivers in the care of individuals with neurocognitive disorders?
Why is it crucial to support advance care planning and directives for individuals with major neurocognitive disorders?
Why is it crucial to support advance care planning and directives for individuals with major neurocognitive disorders?
Which symptom can be attributed to the Progressive Lowered Stress Threshold model?
Which symptom can be attributed to the Progressive Lowered Stress Threshold model?
According to the PLST model, which of the following is considered a physical stressor impacting persons with dementia?
According to the PLST model, which of the following is considered a physical stressor impacting persons with dementia?
How does the PLST model assist in improving quality of life for persons with dementia?
How does the PLST model assist in improving quality of life for persons with dementia?
What is a key principle of care derived from the PLST model for persons with dementia?
What is a key principle of care derived from the PLST model for persons with dementia?
In the context of dementia care, the PLST model emphasizes reducing stressors like __________ to enhance care outcomes.
In the context of dementia care, the PLST model emphasizes reducing stressors like __________ to enhance care outcomes.
Which of the following is the MOST important step in supporting a person with dementia-related behavioral symptoms?
Which of the following is the MOST important step in supporting a person with dementia-related behavioral symptoms?
Which of the following strategies is MOST important for ensuring the safety of a person with dementia-related behavioral symptoms?
Which of the following strategies is MOST important for ensuring the safety of a person with dementia-related behavioral symptoms?
Which of the following is the MOST important consideration when assessing the health impact of a person with dementia-related behavioral symptoms?
Which of the following is the MOST important consideration when assessing the health impact of a person with dementia-related behavioral symptoms?
Which of the following strategies is MOST important for effective caregiver collaboration in managing dementia-related behavioral symptoms?
Which of the following strategies is MOST important for effective caregiver collaboration in managing dementia-related behavioral symptoms?
Which of the following is the MOST important consideration for advance care planning in the context of dementia-related behavioral symptoms?
Which of the following is the MOST important consideration for advance care planning in the context of dementia-related behavioral symptoms?
Which of the following is NOT a key nursing intervention for preventing delirium in older adults?
Which of the following is NOT a key nursing intervention for preventing delirium in older adults?
Which of the following is an important nursing intervention to promote safety and prevent falls in older adults at risk of delirium?
Which of the following is an important nursing intervention to promote safety and prevent falls in older adults at risk of delirium?
Which of the following nursing interventions is most important for assessing the impact of delirium on an older adult's quality of life?
Which of the following nursing interventions is most important for assessing the impact of delirium on an older adult's quality of life?
Which of the following nursing interventions is most crucial for promoting caregiver collaboration in the prevention and management of delirium?
Which of the following nursing interventions is most crucial for promoting caregiver collaboration in the prevention and management of delirium?
Which of the following nursing interventions is most important for supporting advance care planning in older adults at risk of delirium?
Which of the following nursing interventions is most important for supporting advance care planning in older adults at risk of delirium?
Which of the following is NOT an appropriate strategy for establishing a therapeutic relationship with an older adult experiencing anxiety or depression?
Which of the following is NOT an appropriate strategy for establishing a therapeutic relationship with an older adult experiencing anxiety or depression?
Which of the following is an important consideration when assessing and treating anxiety in older adults?
Which of the following is an important consideration when assessing and treating anxiety in older adults?
According to the information provided, which of the following is NOT an effective strategy for addressing anxiety in older adults?
According to the information provided, which of the following is NOT an effective strategy for addressing anxiety in older adults?
According to the information provided, which of the following is an important aspect of quality of life monitoring for older adults with mental health concerns?
According to the information provided, which of the following is an important aspect of quality of life monitoring for older adults with mental health concerns?
Which of the following statements best reflects the role of caregiver collaboration in addressing mental health concerns in older adults?
Which of the following statements best reflects the role of caregiver collaboration in addressing mental health concerns in older adults?
What is the main focus of the NDB model?
What is the main focus of the NDB model?
Sleep disruptions in people with an NCD may be a sign of:
Sleep disruptions in people with an NCD may be a sign of:
In the context of the NDB model, what does 'proximal factors' refer to?
In the context of the NDB model, what does 'proximal factors' refer to?
What type of care does the NDB model suggest for individuals with NCDs?
What type of care does the NDB model suggest for individuals with NCDs?
How should caregivers help individuals with NCDs who exhibit agitated or aggressive behavior during the day due to inadequate sleep at night?
How should caregivers help individuals with NCDs who exhibit agitated or aggressive behavior during the day due to inadequate sleep at night?
What action can help decrease agitation or aggression in individuals with NCDs who are experiencing sleep disruptions?
What action can help decrease agitation or aggression in individuals with NCDs who are experiencing sleep disruptions?
What does the optimal care approach involve for individuals with NCDs?
What does the optimal care approach involve for individuals with NCDs?
What should caregivers do when individuals with NCDs have agitated or aggressive behavior during the day?
What should caregivers do when individuals with NCDs have agitated or aggressive behavior during the day?
Delirium is considered an irreversible cognitive disorder.
Delirium is considered an irreversible cognitive disorder.
Alzheimer's Disease is considered a reversible dementia.
Alzheimer's Disease is considered a reversible dementia.
Pseudodementia is an example of an irreversible cognitive disorder.
Pseudodementia is an example of an irreversible cognitive disorder.
Dementia primarily affects younger individuals rather than older people.
Dementia primarily affects younger individuals rather than older people.
Reversible cognitive disorders cannot have their progression halted through proper identification and treatment.
Reversible cognitive disorders cannot have their progression halted through proper identification and treatment.
In depression, the affect is often described as flat, whereas in dementia, the affect may be labile or slowed in response.
In depression, the affect is often described as flat, whereas in dementia, the affect may be labile or slowed in response.
The onset of depression is typically recent and may relate to a life change, while the onset of dementia is insidious and slow, often unrecognized until deficits become obvious.
The onset of depression is typically recent and may relate to a life change, while the onset of dementia is insidious and slow, often unrecognized until deficits become obvious.
The course of depression over 24 hours is highly variable, whereas the course of dementia over 24 hours is fairly stable, with some individuals experiencing more symptoms at night (sundowning).
The course of depression over 24 hours is highly variable, whereas the course of dementia over 24 hours is fairly stable, with some individuals experiencing more symptoms at night (sundowning).
In depression, speech is often rapid and pressured, while in dementia, individuals may have difficulty finding words or exhibit perseveration.
In depression, speech is often rapid and pressured, while in dementia, individuals may have difficulty finding words or exhibit perseveration.
Both depression and dementia can present with difficulty concentrating or focusing attention, although orientation is usually normal in depression but often impaired in dementia.
Both depression and dementia can present with difficulty concentrating or focusing attention, although orientation is usually normal in depression but often impaired in dementia.
Depression in older adults is characterized by a predominantly anxious and irritable affect, rather than a sad or depressed mood.
Depression in older adults is characterized by a predominantly anxious and irritable affect, rather than a sad or depressed mood.
The onset of major neurocognitive disorders (dementias) is typically sudden and abrupt, similar to delirium.
The onset of major neurocognitive disorders (dementias) is typically sudden and abrupt, similar to delirium.
The course of major neurocognitive disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease, is generally irreversible and progressive.
The course of major neurocognitive disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease, is generally irreversible and progressive.
The diagnosis of major depressive disorder in older adults can be made solely based on the presence of a persistently depressed mood, without considering other symptoms.
The diagnosis of major depressive disorder in older adults can be made solely based on the presence of a persistently depressed mood, without considering other symptoms.
In dementia, a flat or blunted affect (lack of emotional expression) is common, particularly in the later stages of the disorder.
In dementia, a flat or blunted affect (lack of emotional expression) is common, particularly in the later stages of the disorder.
Individuals with neurocognitive disorders often experience changes in affect, such as apathy or indifference.
Individuals with neurocognitive disorders often experience changes in affect, such as apathy or indifference.
The onset of depression in older adults is typically abrupt and sudden.
The onset of depression in older adults is typically abrupt and sudden.
The course of depression in older adults is typically characterized by a single, persistent episode.
The course of depression in older adults is typically characterized by a single, persistent episode.
The diagnosis of depression in older adults with neurocognitive disorders is straightforward and easily made.
The diagnosis of depression in older adults with neurocognitive disorders is straightforward and easily made.
Individuals with advanced dementia often exhibit a range of emotional expressions, including both positive and negative affect.
Individuals with advanced dementia often exhibit a range of emotional expressions, including both positive and negative affect.
Untreated depression can lead to a 75% higher risk for dementia.
Untreated depression can lead to a 75% higher risk for dementia.
Depression in older age is primarily caused by a lack of physical exercise and poor diet.
Depression in older age is primarily caused by a lack of physical exercise and poor diet.
Clinical depression is solely caused by structural abnormalities in the brain.
Clinical depression is solely caused by structural abnormalities in the brain.
Dementia always leads to feelings of fear and guilt in individuals affected by it.
Dementia always leads to feelings of fear and guilt in individuals affected by it.
Individuals with dementia never experience visual impairments as part of their condition.
Individuals with dementia never experience visual impairments as part of their condition.
Individuals with major neurocognitive disorders typically exhibit a flat or blunted affect.
Individuals with major neurocognitive disorders typically exhibit a flat or blunted affect.
The onset of depression in older adults is often sudden and unexpected.
The onset of depression in older adults is often sudden and unexpected.
Difficulty in diagnosing depression in older adults is primarily due to the high prevalence of cognitive impairment.
Difficulty in diagnosing depression in older adults is primarily due to the high prevalence of cognitive impairment.
Dementia primarily affects younger individuals rather than older people.
Dementia primarily affects younger individuals rather than older people.
Alzheimer's Disease is considered a reversible dementia.
Alzheimer's Disease is considered a reversible dementia.
Delirium is considered an irreversible cognitive disorder.
Delirium is considered an irreversible cognitive disorder.
Reversible cognitive disorders cannot have their progression halted through proper identification and treatment.
Reversible cognitive disorders cannot have their progression halted through proper identification and treatment.
In the context of neurocognitive disorders, caregivers should focus on reducing physical stressors to ensure a better quality of life.
In the context of neurocognitive disorders, caregivers should focus on reducing physical stressors to ensure a better quality of life.
Pseudodementia is an example of an irreversible cognitive disorder.
Pseudodementia is an example of an irreversible cognitive disorder.
Sleep disruptions in people with an NCD may be a sign of delirium.
Sleep disruptions in people with an NCD may be a sign of delirium.
Affect in depression is typically elevated, with individuals experiencing increased energy and mood.
Affect in depression is typically elevated, with individuals experiencing increased energy and mood.
The onset of depression is typically gradual, with symptoms developing over a long period of time.
The onset of depression is typically gradual, with symptoms developing over a long period of time.
The course of depression is always chronic and unremitting, with no possibility of improvement or recovery.
The course of depression is always chronic and unremitting, with no possibility of improvement or recovery.
