Provide three evidence-based communication strategies when working with a person who has dementia.

Provide three evidence-based communication strategies when working with a person who has dementia.

• A. Shout to get attention; change topic rapidly; ignore feelings.
• B. Use long, complex sentences; avoid eye contact; argue to prove a point.
• C. Use simple, one-step sentences; maintain eye contact and a calm tone; validate feelings and use familiar routines; offer choices and avoid arguing.
• D. Use medical jargon; speak quickly; avoid routines.

Answer: (C)