A Resident Has Dementia

question 41

Multiple Choice

A resident has dementia. The person cannot explain when there is pain or where the pain is. Which is correct?

• A) The person's family will tell you when the person has pain.
• B) Behavior changes may signal pain.
• C) Pain will cause the person to scream.
• D) Pain is not a concern. Persons with dementia cannot feel pain.

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