INPA 1006 Final UPDATED ACTUAL
Questions and CORRECT Answers
moderate dementia - CORRECT ANSWER - Dementia is a brain disorder that cause loss
of memory and deterioration in other mental
functions. In this middle stage of dementia, often the longest stage of the disease, brain damage
causes a person
to have difficulty expressing thoughts and performing daily tasks. Memory issues are more
severe than in the
earlier stage
moderate dementia cause/patho - CORRECT ANSWER - Dementia is caused by damage
to or loss of nerve cells and their connections in the brain where your brain cells can no longer
communicate with one another and your brain isn't able to tell your body what to do anymore.
Communication with client: - CORRECT ANSWER - Maintain eye contact, Closed ended
questions, If talking about someone else, use names instead of pronouns to clarify, Make it clear
when your changing subjects, Be patient, Clear voice Speak slowly, Be calm, SOLER
Communication with family: - CORRECT ANSWER - Be empathetic, Be understanding,
Listen to their questions and concerns, Be patient, Educate family on the disease, Educate family
on medications patient takes, Educate family on symptoms and side effects that can happen
moderate dementia - signs & symptoms - CORRECT ANSWER - - increasing confusion
or poor judgment
-greater memory loss, including a loss of events in the more distant past
-needing assistance with tasks, such as getting dressed, bathing, and grooming
-significant personality and behavior changes, often caused by agitation and unfounded suspicion
-changes in sleep patterns, such as sleeping during the day and feeling restless at night
,moderate dementia - What specific communication techniques will you use with this patient?
Why? - CORRECT ANSWER - Maintain eye contact, Closed ended questions, If talking
about someone else, use names instead of pronouns to clarify, Make it clear when your changing
subjects, Be patient, Clear voice, Speak slowly, Be calm, SOLER
to promote a better nurse client relationship
moderate dementia - What problems or concerns do you anticipate with this patient? -
CORRECT ANSWER - - Poor nutrition. Many people with dementia eventually reduce or
stop eating, affecting their nutrient intake.
- Immobility: may have their mobility affected in a number of ways, most noticeably by slower
movement due to reduced control of muscles
-Risk of falling
- Pressure Ulcers: due to the lack of immobility
-Depression: physical pain and social isolation are important contributors to depression in people
who are cognitively impaired, and they can be addressed.
-Decreased Peristalsis: immobility can lead to this because when your immobile your digestive
system can't move food forward and also swallowing difficulty which also leads to choking
-Aggression/Depression/Behavioural changes: due to being immobile they will go through many
behavioral changes
-loss of previous ability to function or care for self
-loss of previous ability to interact with others
-reduced lifespan
moderate dementia- What health teaching and health promotion activities do you feel you should
incorporate? - CORRECT ANSWER - Educate: patient and family on disease and
management
Educate: patient and family on infection control
Exercise: helps patient move their body
, Brain activity: writing, coloring activities
Range of Motion: Due to the lack of mobility, continue to exercise
Keep your mind active. Mentally stimulating activities, such as reading, solving puzzles and
playing word games, and memory training might delay the onset of dementia and decrease its
effects.
Be physically and socially active. Physical activity and social interaction might delay the onset
of dementia and reduce its symptoms. Move more and aim for 150 minutes of exercise a week.
Quit smoking. Some studies have shown that smoking in middle age and beyond may increase
your risk of dementia and blood vessel (vascular) conditions. Quitting smoking might reduce
your risk and will improve your health.
Get enough vitamins. Some research suggests that people with low levels of vitamin D in their
blood are more likely to develop Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. You can get
vitamin D through certain foods, supplements, and sun exposure.
Manage cardiovascular risk factors. Treat high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, and
high body mass index (BMI). High blood pressure might lead to a higher risk of some types of
dementia. More research is needed to determine whether treating high blood pressure may reduce
the risk of dementia.
Treat health conditions. See your doctor for treatment if you experience hearing loss, depression
or anxiety.
Maintain a healthy diet. Eating a healthy diet is important for many reasons, but a diet such as
the Mediterranean diet — rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and omega-3 fatty acids, which
are commonly found in certain fish and nuts — might promote health and lower your risk of
developing dementia. This type
Questions and CORRECT Answers
moderate dementia - CORRECT ANSWER - Dementia is a brain disorder that cause loss
of memory and deterioration in other mental
functions. In this middle stage of dementia, often the longest stage of the disease, brain damage
causes a person
to have difficulty expressing thoughts and performing daily tasks. Memory issues are more
severe than in the
earlier stage
moderate dementia cause/patho - CORRECT ANSWER - Dementia is caused by damage
to or loss of nerve cells and their connections in the brain where your brain cells can no longer
communicate with one another and your brain isn't able to tell your body what to do anymore.
Communication with client: - CORRECT ANSWER - Maintain eye contact, Closed ended
questions, If talking about someone else, use names instead of pronouns to clarify, Make it clear
when your changing subjects, Be patient, Clear voice Speak slowly, Be calm, SOLER
Communication with family: - CORRECT ANSWER - Be empathetic, Be understanding,
Listen to their questions and concerns, Be patient, Educate family on the disease, Educate family
on medications patient takes, Educate family on symptoms and side effects that can happen
moderate dementia - signs & symptoms - CORRECT ANSWER - - increasing confusion
or poor judgment
-greater memory loss, including a loss of events in the more distant past
-needing assistance with tasks, such as getting dressed, bathing, and grooming
-significant personality and behavior changes, often caused by agitation and unfounded suspicion
-changes in sleep patterns, such as sleeping during the day and feeling restless at night
,moderate dementia - What specific communication techniques will you use with this patient?
Why? - CORRECT ANSWER - Maintain eye contact, Closed ended questions, If talking
about someone else, use names instead of pronouns to clarify, Make it clear when your changing
subjects, Be patient, Clear voice, Speak slowly, Be calm, SOLER
to promote a better nurse client relationship
moderate dementia - What problems or concerns do you anticipate with this patient? -
CORRECT ANSWER - - Poor nutrition. Many people with dementia eventually reduce or
stop eating, affecting their nutrient intake.
- Immobility: may have their mobility affected in a number of ways, most noticeably by slower
movement due to reduced control of muscles
-Risk of falling
- Pressure Ulcers: due to the lack of immobility
-Depression: physical pain and social isolation are important contributors to depression in people
who are cognitively impaired, and they can be addressed.
-Decreased Peristalsis: immobility can lead to this because when your immobile your digestive
system can't move food forward and also swallowing difficulty which also leads to choking
-Aggression/Depression/Behavioural changes: due to being immobile they will go through many
behavioral changes
-loss of previous ability to function or care for self
-loss of previous ability to interact with others
-reduced lifespan
moderate dementia- What health teaching and health promotion activities do you feel you should
incorporate? - CORRECT ANSWER - Educate: patient and family on disease and
management
Educate: patient and family on infection control
Exercise: helps patient move their body
, Brain activity: writing, coloring activities
Range of Motion: Due to the lack of mobility, continue to exercise
Keep your mind active. Mentally stimulating activities, such as reading, solving puzzles and
playing word games, and memory training might delay the onset of dementia and decrease its
effects.
Be physically and socially active. Physical activity and social interaction might delay the onset
of dementia and reduce its symptoms. Move more and aim for 150 minutes of exercise a week.
Quit smoking. Some studies have shown that smoking in middle age and beyond may increase
your risk of dementia and blood vessel (vascular) conditions. Quitting smoking might reduce
your risk and will improve your health.
Get enough vitamins. Some research suggests that people with low levels of vitamin D in their
blood are more likely to develop Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. You can get
vitamin D through certain foods, supplements, and sun exposure.
Manage cardiovascular risk factors. Treat high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, and
high body mass index (BMI). High blood pressure might lead to a higher risk of some types of
dementia. More research is needed to determine whether treating high blood pressure may reduce
the risk of dementia.
Treat health conditions. See your doctor for treatment if you experience hearing loss, depression
or anxiety.
Maintain a healthy diet. Eating a healthy diet is important for many reasons, but a diet such as
the Mediterranean diet — rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and omega-3 fatty acids, which
are commonly found in certain fish and nuts — might promote health and lower your risk of
developing dementia. This type
