Name *

First Name

Last Name

Alzheimer’s Disease is the most common cause of dementia. *

TRUE

FALSE

Alzheimer’s disease is a normal part of aging *

TRUE

FALSE

Factors that can cause dementia include malnutrition, vitamin deficiency, injury, and certain infections. *

TRUE

FALSE

Maintaining a daily routine is important for people with Alzheimer’s *

TRUE

FALSE

Non-verbal communication by the caregiver can be helpful when caring for an Alzheimer’s patient. *

TRUE

FALSE

Which communication phrase is best for Alzheimer’s patients? *

"STAY INSIDE"

"DON'T GO OUTSIDE"

It’s best to speak slowly, calmly, and in a happy tone of voice. *

TRUE

FALSE

Diversion is a good tool to use when the Alzheimer’s patient is displaying disruptive or negative behavior. *

TRUE

FALSE

It’s important for Alzheimer’s patients to bathe daily *

TRUE

FALSE

Limit clothing choices to only 2 options. *

TRUE

FALSE

One step instructions are best for Alzheimer’s patients. *

TRUE

FALSE

Alzheimer's patients can forget how to do everyday things like pouring water into a glass and feeding themselves. *

TRUE

FALSE

It’s best to keep the eating area free of clutter and unnecessary items. *

TRUE

FALSE

Noise and bright lights can cause agitation and aggression in Alzheimer’s patients. *

TRUE

FALSE

Your Alzheimer’s patient is refusing a bath today. What is the best action to take? *

Remind the client how important hygiene is and insist they get a bath.

Tell the client you will have to leave if you are not able to bathe them.

Gently lead them into the bathroom and make them get in the tub/shower.

Forget about the bath for the moment and move onto another activity.