Strategies for Quality Dementia Care
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Which of the following strategies is recommended for maximizing attention in communication with people with dementia?

  • Avoiding eye contact to reduce distractions
  • Greeting the person by name and establishing eye contact (correct)
  • Playing background music to create a calming atmosphere
  • Using a loud and commanding tone of voice

    • What does the letter 'M' stand for in the MESSAGE strategies?

  • Movement
  • Maximized attention (correct)
  • Motivation
  • Memory

    • Why is it important to avoid distractions like TV or radio when communicating with people with dementia?

  • It can trigger memories that may be distressing
  • It can cause them to become agitated
  • It can make it difficult for them to focus their attention (correct)
  • It can lead to misunderstandings in communication

    • Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to attract the attention of a person with dementia?

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    Can the MESSAGE strategies be used with people in all stages of dementia?

    <p>Yes, they can be used with people in all stages of dementia</p> Signup and view all the answers

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