The Dementia Connection Specialist Certification Competency Test (On Demand)

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

memory and language

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learning ability and judgement

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orientation

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all of the above

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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.

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habilitation
sensory-based knowledge
retrogenesis

Consistently reinforcing skills over and over again.

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People with dementia can still learn using their senses; sensory stimulation should be used consistently.

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All skills are going in reverse towards infancy.

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

True

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False

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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.

True

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False

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Match the description to its person-centered care word.

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Dignity
Independence
Individual
Respect
Choices

Clothes are clean

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Performing own daily skills

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Not spoken “about” in front of them

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What are their “likes”?

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The Dementia Connection Model can be used

in the moment

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for an individual's care plan

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as part of QAPI

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all of the above

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Barriers to communication can occur because of:

Communication troubles from the caregiver

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Environment

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Medical issues

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All of the above

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

communicates

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intentionally frustrates others

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takes care of their ADLs

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none of the above

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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:

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Smiling, Direct eye contact, Scowl, Pointing Finger, Slow movements
Calm tone of voice, Speaking quickly, Provide one instruction at a time, Use brief positive phrases, Scolding

Visual stimuli

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Auditory stmuli

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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.

communication

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finances

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love

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cognition

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language

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regression

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

scale with facial expressions

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number scale from 1 to 10

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PAINAD – observing facial and behavioral expressions

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all of the above

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

colored dishes

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essential oils

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music

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all of the above

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

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Cognitive
Auditory
Olfactory
Gustatory
Tactile
Visual

Crossword puzzles

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Music

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Ylang Ylang essential oil

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Baking together

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Art	Correct Incorrect Correct answer

Memory Lane TV

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

a place to put the baby

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clothes and diapers

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blankets and bottles

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all of the above

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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).

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Before sundowning/evening
Morning
Mid-day/afternoon

Non-biharmonic

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Upbeat music with words

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Upbeat music with no words

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

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Dolls and pets can help with which behavioral expression?

Repetitive behaviors

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Wandering

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Sundowning

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All of the above

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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.

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Peppermint and Wild Orange
Wild Orange
Lavender

Morning

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Mid-day/Afternoon

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Before Sundowning/Night

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

A supportive hug

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Neglect

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Seclusion

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Mental

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Sexual

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Physical

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Verbal

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Ways in which a caregiver can help in preventing abuse is

Reporting concerns

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Staying educated

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Identifying, understanding, and preventing behavioral symptoms

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All of the above

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

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3
4
2
1

Investigate

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Follow up

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Report the abuse

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Ensure the person is safe

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

Physical functioning

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Mental functioning

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Cognitive functioning

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All of the above

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

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sleep
ABC's
diet
exercise

It's recommended to get 6-8 hours of this at night

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Change one's thoughts from negative ones to positive ones to change the feelings

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Mediterranean foods are called the 'brain healthy' foods

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2.5 hours a week has shown beneficial as we age.

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Essential oils good for self-care include:

Lemon

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Peppermint

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Lavender

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All the above

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The Dementia Connection Specialist Certification Competency Test (On Demand)

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1. Question

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

2. Question

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.

Sort elements

3. Question

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

4. Question

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.

5. Question

Match the description to its person-centered care word.

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6. Question

The Dementia Connection Model can be used

7. Question

Barriers to communication can occur because of:

8. Question

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

9. Question

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10. Question

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.

11. Question

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

12. Question

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

13. Question

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

Sort elements

14. Question

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

15. Question

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).

Sort elements

16. Question

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

17. Question

Dolls and pets can help with which behavioral expression?

18. Question

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.

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19. Question

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

20. Question

Ways in which a caregiver can help in preventing abuse is

21. Question

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

Sort elements

22. Question

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

23. Question

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

Sort elements

24. Question

Essential oils good for self-care include:

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.