Behavioral and Psychotic Symptoms of Dementia (BPSD): Overview
About the Lecture
The lecture Behavioral and Psychotic Symptoms of Dementia (BPSD): Overview by Kimberly Posey, AGPCNP-BC, DNP, PhD, GS-C is from the course Management of Neurocognitive Conditions in the Older Adult (release in progress).
Included Quiz Questions
What percentage of patients with dementia develop at least one behavioral or psychotic symptom during the course of their illness?
- 80-90%
- 50-60%
- 70-80%
- 95-100%
- 30-40%
Which of the following symptoms is NOT commonly associated with BPSD?
- Increased social engagement
- Depression
- Resistance to care
- Hallucinations
- Physical aggression
What is the recommended method for caregivers to document behavioral symptoms?
- Daily diary for at least three days before and after interventions
- Weekly summaries
- Monthly reports
- Yearly assessments
- Random observations
What is an important consideration when a patient with dementia shows new, acute onset behavioral changes?
- Evaluate for underlying medical conditions like UTI or pneumonia
- Immediately increase antipsychotic medication
- Assume it's a normal progression of dementia
- Transfer to long-term care
- Isolate the patient
Which intervention is most appropriate for managing evening agitation in a long-term care facility?
- Turning off disturbing TV news and playing calming music
- Increasing room temperature
- Adding more bright lights
- Introducing new activities
- Serving additional meals
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Author of lecture Behavioral and Psychotic Symptoms of Dementia (BPSD): Overview
Kimberly Posey, AGPCNP-BC, DNP, PhD, GS-C
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