Dementia Module Two Test

Employee Name *

First Name

Last Name

What is the main goal of cognitive stimulation in dementia care? *

a) To cure dementia

b) To test memory and correct mistakes

c) To engage the mind and senses through meaningful activities

d) To keep the person busy

True or False: If the person doesn’t remember the activity afterward, it didn’t help them. *

a) True

b) False

Which of the following is an example of cognitive stimulation? *

a) Folding laundry together

b) Leaving the TV on all day with no interaction

c) Ignoring the person because they can’t remember

d) Arguing when they make a mistake

Why are activities important for people with dementia? *

a) They reduce boredom and provide purpose

b) They make the caregiver’s job harder

c) They keep the person from asking questions

d) They are only useful if finished perfectly

Which is the best example of a sensory activity? *

a) Reading a newspaper silently

b) Smelling herbs and spices in the kitchen

c) Doing complicated math problems

d) Watching a confusing TV show

True or False: The value of an activity comes from the process, not the end result *

a) True

b) False

What is the biggest benefit of routines for someone with dementia? *

a) They make life boring

b) They reduce confusion and anxiety

c) They help the caregiver avoid planning

d) They stop all memory loss

Which is the best example of building stimulation into a routine? *

a) Letting the person sleep all day with no interaction

b) Folding towels at the same time every afternoon

c) Changing meal times every day

d) Skipping routines if the caregiver feels tired

True or False: Even if someone doesn’t “remember” their routine, their body and emotions still respond to repeated patterns. *

a) True

b) False

Why are outings helpful for people with dementia? *

a) They provide new sights, sounds, and smells

b) They help the person feel trapped

c) They only work if they are long and tiring

d) They are too risky to ever try

Which of the following is a good outing for someone in late-stage dementia? *

a) Spending all day at a crowded mall

b) A short visit to a garden to smell flowers

c) Traveling on a long overnight bus trip

d) A noisy concert

Scenario: Mr. Taylor gets overwhelmed at a farmers’ market. What should his caregiver do? *

a) Stay longer to “train” him to adjust

b) Calmly leave and try a shorter, quieter outing next time

c) Ignore him until he gets over it

d) Never take him outside again

What is the main purpose of games in dementia care? *

a) To make the person competitive

b) To bring joy, stimulation, and connection

c) To make children’s games look fun

d) To test memory

Which game is most appropriate for someone in middle-stage dementia? *

a) Chess tournament

b) Bingo with large-print cards

c) Complicated board games like Monopoly

d) Reading a long novel aloud

True or False: The best games are simple, fun, and focused on enjoyment — not winning. *

a) True

b) False

Which of the following is NOT a good communication technique?ce? *

a) Asking yes/no or simple-choice questions

b) Speaking slowly with a calm tone

c) Arguing when the person makes a mistake

d) Using smiles, touch, and eye contact

Scenario: Mrs. Harris is mostly non-verbal. How can her caregiver still provide stimulation? *

a) Hold her hand and hum her favorite song

b) Ask complicated questions until she answers

c) Stop talking to her since she can’t reply

d) Leave her alone for the day

True or False: Even if someone forgets names, the emotions from communication — comfort, safety, joy — still remain. *

a) True

b) False

What is one way to include family in dementia care without overwhelming the person? *

a) Invite the entire extended family at once

b) Encourage short, small visits with one or two people

c) Avoid family altogether because it confuses them

d) Quiz them on who everyone is

Scenario: Ms. Rivera’s daughter lives far away. How can they still connect? *

a) By arguing about her memory over the phone

b) By video calling so her daughter can read scripture aloud

c) By avoiding contact because she forgets names

d) By writing long letters she cannot read