The Dementia Connection Specialist Certification Competency Test

Dementia is a loss of mental functioning that causes deficits in _____.

The Dementia Connection Model is a framework that includes these 3 pillars: the theory of retrogenesis, habilitation, and sensory-based knowledge created by sensory stimulation. Match the definition with the pillar.

It’s important to use positive sensory stimulation techniques consistently in order to influence positive feelings, connection with the caregiver, and productive behavioral expressions.

Person-centered care means: with dignity and respect, focus on the person as an individual and support them in making their own independent choices and having control over their daily lives.

Match the description to its person-centered care word.

The Dementia Connection Model can be used

Barriers to communication can occur because of:

Behavioral expressions are the new way a person with dementia _____.

Non-verbal communication is a form of visual stimulation. Verbal communication is a form of auditory stimulation. It’s important that these stimuli are positive, because the caregiver’s mood is contagious, i.e., the person with dementia will mimic their mood because the stimuli impacts their mood and memory of them, influencing their behaviors. 

Categorize these negative and positive visual vs. auditory stimuli of communication:

Taking care of one’s ADLs becomes a challenge for those with dementia because of deteriorated __________, ___________. __________, and _________.  Choose the reasons below that will fill in the blanks.

A good pain assessment for a person with late stage dementia is the _____.

A quality wellness dining program for those with dementia should include:

Match the engagement activity with the sense it is stimulating, even our 6th sense – cognition!

When using doll therapy, it’s important to also include

Certain kinds of music should be played depending on the time of day. Match the music with the time of day by drawing a line from the left column (type of music) to the right (time of day).

Put in order the way in which behaviors are influenced based on the Dementia Connection Model:

Dolls and pets can help with which behavioral expression?

The Perfect Day using essential oils includes the following oils: Lavender, Peppermint, and Wild Orange. Match the essential oil with the appropriate time of day.

Which ones are forms of abuse (indicate all that apply):

Ways in which a caregiver can help in preventing abuse is

Put in order the way an abuse situation should be handled from start to finish. Label each one 1 to 4.

Unmanaged stress can lead to burnout. The effects of burnout include:

Match the bolded word with the description of suggested self-care strategies: good quality sleep, the Mediterranean diet, exercise, and the ABCs of thinking.

Essential oils good for self-care include: