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1. Language of Behavior in
the Dementia Patient
Claire M. Henry, M.Ed.,CDP

2. Rummaging and Hoarding
 Approaches
to Use
 Ignore the behavior unless it becomes
problematic.
 Try a diversional activity.
 Remove to replace the behavior.
 Avoid scolding, punishment, or talking down
to the patient.

3. Rummaging and Hoarding
 Use
the ABC behavior model to redirect the
behavior
 Supple the resident with things to hoard and
rummage.
 Give the resident a shopping bag to hoard
items
 Track the behavior on the behavior log.

4. Sundowning
 Increased
confusion and agitation in the
afternoon hours.
 Assess for sleep disturbance
 Encourage an afternoon nap
 Close drapes and shades in afternoon
 Encourage quiet activity programming.

5. Activities of Daily Living
Checklist
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Assess the environment
Assess the person’s mood
Assess the steps involved in the task.
Assess communication techniques involved
Assess your level of stress
Prepare in advance for the task.
Always remember…if you feel unsafe doing
something, do not do it, and call for help.

6. Helping the Alzheimer’s
Patient to Bathe.
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Evaluate which type of bath causes the least
anxiety.
Gain trust
Assess steps involved in the task.
Prepare for the task in advance.
While washing, distract the patient with conversation
or singing.
Beware of communication techniques.
Respect his or her privacy.

7. Sleep Disturbances
 Medical
causes
 Chronic conditions
 Acute Conditions
 Psycholoigal conditions
 Disruptive sleep patterns due to progression
of disease.

8. Sleep Disturbances
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Environmental
Noise Level
Unable to find his/her room.
Recent return from hospital.
Other Causes
Going to bed early
Too much sleep during day
Family visits too late
Agitation and restlessness

9. Suspiciousness
 Approaches
to use when the resident shows
suspicious behavior.
 Expose the resident with dementia to fearful
situation slowly.
 Discuss what frightens him.
 Don’t argue reality.
 Report signs and symptoms.

10. Suspiciousness
 Approaches
to use when the resident shows
suspicious behavior.
 Expose the resident with dementia to fearful
situation slowly.
 Discuss what frightens him.
 Don’t argue reality.
 Report signs and symptoms.