Activity Director Basic Study guide for final exam- Solved
Activity Director Basic Study guide for final exam- Solved 4 domains but really 5 - 1. Cognitive 2. physical 3. mental 4. emotional 5. spiritual has been added Purpose of activities - 1. Continuation of previous activities 2. Adaptation of a leisure interest they could no longer do after an illness. 3. Physical Activity 4. Improve or maintain Socialization 5. Cognitive stimulation 6. Learn new activity 7. Spiritual nurturing 8. Quality of life 9. Provide opportunity for choice and to have some control over their life. (they can say no) 10. Continuation of involvement in community interests and ties. Benefits of Activities - 1. Reduce Cardiovascular and respiratory risks 2. Maintain or improve range of motion (ROM) 3. Reduce risks for skin breakdown 4. Improved mental stimulation and functioning 5. Alleviate symptoms of depression 6. Helps calm anxiety 7. Promote confidence and independence 8. Relieves stress 1. When a person gets old, they cannot learn new skills. - False 2. If residents are not physically moving bed sores can result. - true 3. You want to plan most of your activities around physical action because being physical is the goal of having activities. - False
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