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What is dementia?
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a) A single disease that only affects memory
b) A group of brain disorders affecting memory, thinking, and behavior
c) A natural part of normal aging
d) Forgetting things every now and then
Dementia is described as “progressive.” What does that mean?
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a) It improves with treatment
b) It stays the same over time
c) It gets worse gradually over time
d) It only happens suddenly after a stroke
Which of the following is a difference between normal aging and dementia?
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a) Forgetting where you put your keys but finding them later
b) Occasionally forgetting names but recalling them later
c) Forgetting what keys are for or denying you ever had them
d) Taking longer to remember a word
Which is the most common type of dementia?
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a) Vascular dementia
b) Lewy Body dementia
c) Alzheimer’s disease
d) Frontotemporal dementia
Which dementia type is often linked to strokes or reduced blood flow in the brain?
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a) Alzheimer’s disease
b) Vascular dementia
c) Lewy Body dementia
d) Mixed dementia
Which dementia type commonly causes vivid visual hallucinations?
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a) Alzheimer’s disease
b) Lewy Body dementia
c) Vascular dementia
d) Frontotemporal dementia
A woman in her 50s suddenly becomes impulsive, uses inappropriate language, and loses empathy. Which type of dementia might this be?
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a) Frontotemporal dementia
b) Vascular dementia
c) Alzheimer’s disease
d) Mixed dementia
What does “mixed dementia” mean?
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a) A new form of dementia caused by stress
b) A blend of symptoms from different illnesses like depression and anxiety
c) A combination of two or more types of dementia in one person
d) A type of dementia only seen in young adults
Which of the following is NOT part of diagnosing dementia?
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a) Brain scans
b) Blood tests
c) Cognitive testing
d) Arguing with the person to test memory
What is the role of caregivers in the diagnosis process?
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a) They perform the cognitive tests
b) They notice and report daily changes to doctors
c) They confirm the diagnosis themselves
d) They provide medication
Which of the following is a common symptom of dementia?
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a) Improved focus and attention
b) Short-term memory loss
c) Stronger problem-solving skills
d) Increased appetite for sweets only
A man with dementia insists he hasn’t eaten dinner, even though he just did. What is the BEST caregiver response?
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a) Argue with him until he remembers
b) Tell him he is wrong and walk away
c) Offer a small snack and gently distract him
d) Ignore him completely
What is “anticipatory grief”?
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a) Grieving before the final loss occurs
b) Grieving after a loved one passes away
c) A type of memory loss in dementia
d) Stress caused by financial struggles
Which of the following is a sign of caregiver burnout?
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a) Increased patience and energy
b) Emotional numbness, crying often, or snapping at others
c) Sleeping well every night
d) Feeling relaxed and well supported
Which physical toll might caregivers experience?
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a) Improved overall health
b) Lower blood pressure
c) Skipping doctor’s appointments and stress-related illness
d) Stronger immune system
Which is an example of the financial toll of dementia care?
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a) Saving money due to reduced outings
b) Loss of income and high care costs
c) Free support from all facilities
d) Government pays all costs automatically
Why might caregivers feel socially isolated?
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a) They spend most of their time caring for their loved one and stop attending activities
b) They gain too many new friends
c) They prefer being alone
d) Dementia forces families to move away from their communities
Which setting provides the most medical care for people in advanced dementia stages?
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a) At home with family
b) Assisted living or memory care units
c) Nursing homes/skilled nursing facilities
d) Hospice care
In hospice care for dementia, what is the main focus?
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a) Curing dementia
b) Pain management, comfort, and dignity
c) Financial support only
d) Preventing families from visiting
What is the key takeaway for caregivers in dementia care?
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a) Focus only on memory loss
b) Argue with the person to correct their mistakes
c) Respect dignity, ensure safety, and adapt care with compassion
d) Wait until dementia “goes away” on its own