WorksheetsWhat is Dementia, Symptoms, and Progression
Total questions: 18
Worksheet time: 11mins
Which statement best distinguishes dementia from normal ageing?
It is normal memory decline with age
It is brain nerve cell damage from disease
It is stress-related forgetfulness in adulthood
It is temporary confusion after poor sleep
Which scenario best distinguishes functional cognitive decline from dementia in terms of cause and trajectory?
Normal ageing leading to gradual forgetfulness
Widespread vitamin deficiency causing acute delirium
Brain not processing information properly, may improve
Progressive neuronal loss causing steady worsening
A 55-year-old aims to lower future dementia risk. Which combined plan best aligns with evidence-based strategies for ages 40–65?
Quit smoking, drink heavily, avoid exercise
Maintain healthy weight, brisk walking, moderate alcohol
Start extreme dieting, isolate socially, skip check-ups
Rely on vitamins only, ignore depression, avoid hearing aids
Music for Dementia campaigns to make which therapy accessible for people living with dementia?
Music therapy
Occupational therapy
Speech-language therapy
Cognitive-behavioural therapy
What is a common early symptom that may help distinguish dementia from normal ageing?
Difficulty recalling recent events that disrupt daily life
Occasional misplacing of keys
Needing reading glasses for small print
Forgetting names temporarily but remembering them later
Which of the following is most likely to indicate the onset of dementia rather than normal ageing?
Consistently forgetting familiar routes or locations
Occasionally forgetting an appointment but remembering later
Needing more time to learn new technology
Misplacing glasses once in a while
Which lifestyle change has the strongest evidence for reducing dementia risk in middle-aged adults?
Drinking sugary beverages frequently
Watching television for relaxation
Taking herbal supplements regularly
Increasing daily physical activity
Which therapy is commonly used to support communication and engagement in people with dementia?
Speech-language therapy
Music therapy
Art therapy
Hydrotherapy
What raises the risk of Alzheimer's?
Cardiovascular disease
Head injury
Diabetes
All of the above
What causes Alzheimer's disease?
Viral infection
Bacterial infection
Blood transfusions
Unknown cause
Is there a cure for Alzheimer's?
No, treatment only manages symptoms
Yes, it can be cured
A doctor should take into account a patient's lifestyle and personal health goals when providing treatment options.
True
False
Which part of the brain is responsible for balance and muscle coordination?
Cerebrum
Cerebellum
Brainstem
Hypothalamus
How can a nurse assistant best respect a patient's dignity during bathing?
By allowing the patient to do as much as they can for themselves
By completing the bath as quickly as possible
By avoiding conversation to speed up the process
By bathing the patient in a communal area
Why is it important to use proper body mechanics?
To make the patient feel comfortable
To prevent injury to the caregiver and patient
To demonstrate physical strength
To speed up the care process
How should dignity be maintained when providing care?
By rushing care to ensure efficiency
By providing care in a public setting
By respecting privacy and preferences
By ignoring the patient's requests
What is an appropriate action when a patient refuses care?
Force the care upon them for their own good
Report them to the supervising nurse for non-compliance
Respect their decision and report the refusal to the nurse
Ignore their refusal and continue with the planned care
