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Dementia Communication

Repeated Questioning · L1

Fundamental concept

Validation, redirection, and safety during behavioral symptoms.

Read: Communicating with Residents Who Have Dementia →

Scenario

Mrs. Garcia asks every five minutes, "When is my husband picking me up?" He died years ago per chart.

Mrs. Garcia asks every five minutes, "When is my husband picking me up?" He died years ago per chart.

What is the best response?