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FILL-IN-THE-BLANK 4. An extra copy of chromosome 21 results in the genetic condition known as Directions: Supply the information requested A problem with the outer or middle ear typically is associated with afn) 1. A guide dog, signal dog or other animal 5. ndividualy trained to provide assistance to an individual with a disability is called afn) hearing loss animal A person becomes overwhelmed and starts throwing things and striking out. The person is exhibiting af) 6. 2. The sensations of pain, taste and smell are in older adults. mpairment, exhibited by memory and other problems, is not a normal part of aging CASE STUDY 2 Which statement cr question is the most appropriate to use with this patient? a. "You have to stop screaming like this." b. "I'm not going to cause you any harm. G. "If you don't behave, I'll have to call the Directions: Read the case studies and answer the questions that follow 2. SCENARIO A Early one evening, you are called to the home of an older adult couple. Upon arival, the wife greets you at the door and tells you that her husband, who has Alzheimer's disease suddenly went into the kitchen and then started screaming and shouting. "He even threw a dish at me, but luckily he missed, she explains police. d. "Why are you acting this way?" 3. When assessing this patient, which of the following would you need to do? a. Deal solely with the wite because the 7 patient is confused. b. Speak to the patient at eye level to show your interest. c. Turn off the lights in the room to 1. Based on the patient's history, you would interpret this information as suggesting which of the following? prevent distractions d. Avoid long explanations of what you are Hallucinations b. Depression c. Catastrophic reaction d. Sundowning doing to prevent overstimulation. In addition to the patient's current behavior,-- which of the following might his history also reveal? Select all that apply a. Pacing b. Rummaging c. Abuse 4- d. Nonsensical speaking Intellectual impairment 138 Emergency Medical Response Workboak

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Case study

Answer 1: catastrophic reaction (A catastrophic reaction is an excessive reaction to something that may seem inconsequential to the in-home caregiver)

Answer 2: I am not going to cause you any harm. ( This sentence may gain trust of the patient and decrease the level of risk)

Answer 3: Avoid long explanation to avoid overstimulation ( Because the patient is not in a stable condition where anyone could make him understand anything.

Answer 4: Abuse and intellectual impairment.