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A client with dementia repeatedly misplaces their belongings and accuses others of stealing. How should the PSW respond?
Validating their feelings and assisting them in a calm manner is helpful. Confrontation or dismissal can increase distress in clients with dementia.
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Question: A client with dementia repeatedly misplaces their belongings and accuses others of stealing. How should the PSW respond?
Answer options: ✅ Acknowledge their feelings and help them look for the item.
- Tell them they are wrong and remind them they have dementia.
- Ignore the accusation and change the subject.
- Isolate the client to prevent further accusations.
Correct answer: Acknowledge their feelings and help them look for the item.
Explanation: Validating their feelings and assisting them in a calm manner is helpful. Confrontation or dismissal can increase distress in clients with dementia.
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