Activity Programming & Engagement Flashcards
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Which principle guides the selection of activities for a person with mid-stage Alzheimer's disease?
Answer: Match activities to the individual's remaining abilities and past interests
Person-centered care requires matching activities to an individual's current abilities, preferences, and life history to maximize engagement and dignity.
A resident with Alzheimer's becomes agitated during a group music session. What is the BEST immediate response?
Answer: Gently redirect the resident to a quieter, one-on-one activity
Gentle redirection to a calmer environment addresses the immediate distress without eliminating the activity type entirely.
What does the term 'procedural memory' mean in the context of Alzheimer's activity programming?
Answer: Memory for how to perform learned skills like folding or stirring
Procedural memory (how-to memory) is often preserved longer in Alzheimer's, allowing individuals to engage in familiar tasks like folding laundry or kneading dough.
Which sensory modality is typically used in Snoezelen (multi-sensory) environments for people with dementia?
Answer: A combination of light, sound, touch, and scent
Snoezelen environments use a blend of sensory stimuli—fiber optic lights, soft music, tactile objects, and aromatherapy—to promote relaxation and engagement.
A care team notices that a resident with late-stage Alzheimer's no longer participates in group activities. The MOST appropriate adaptation is:
Answer: Provide brief, one-on-one sensory-based interactions such as hand massage
In late-stage dementia, one-on-one sensory interactions like touch, music, or aromatherapy can maintain connection and comfort when group participation is no longer feasible.
How does reminiscence therapy benefit individuals with Alzheimer's disease?
Answer: It leverages intact long-term memories to promote identity, self-esteem, and social connection
Reminiscence therapy uses preserved long-term memories to validate identity and promote emotional well-being, not to restore lost memories.
When scheduling activities for a person with Alzheimer's disease, which time of day is generally BEST for cognitively demanding tasks?
Answer: Mid-morning, when the person is typically most alert
Most people with Alzheimer's have peak alertness and best cognitive function during mid-morning, making it the optimal window for more demanding activities.