Quiz
two main theories of aging ANS Biological and psychological
activity theory ANS Most older persons are happy when active.
Seniors do the same activities as they did in their middle years.
Seniors rust out before they wear out
most older adults can.. ANS learn new things
the reason women live longer than men is that they have less stress then men ANS false
Icebreakers are used to.. ANS get to know each other
when working with visually impaired persons ANS you should describe what is happening
senses do not have to deteriorate as one grows older ANS false
twenty percents of older adults live in a nursing home ANS false
the best reason for offering activities is to ANS improve a residents quality of life
the activity program must provide ANS activities which make maximum use of each person's
capabilities
activity qualifications for activity professionals was established in ANS 1987
a key aspect of an activity director is to delegate ANS true
, the environment is the most important part of improving part a residents quality of life ANS false
if possible the way to understand an individual is to interview them ANS true
Expressive activities ANS exercise to music
dance music drama and art
painting, ceramics, and plaster of Paris
emphasis on individuality and communication
characteristics of depression are anger and pessimism ANS true
activity directors should not delegate duties to others ANS false
all 15 activity categories should be included in every activity department ANS true
when planning an activity programs the director should ANS develop department goals and steps
to accomplish them
AD's should come up with clever names for the activity ANS true
planning is the most important part of a successful activity ANS true
first and foremost, activities should ANS be meaningful
5 aspects of an individual's personality ANS physical
emotional
mental