Home Study Program for Activity Professionals
Post Test
1. Reminiscence is different than memory recall because:
a. It tests semantic memory
b. It recalls the feelings and emotions associated with the experience being recalled.
c. It can only be done with people with dementia
d. It cannot be done with people with dementia
2. Reminiscence activities are conducted :
a. Independently, on our own
b. Sharing memories and feelings with others
c. Through poetry, music or dance
d. All of the above.
3. The introductory reminiscing activity where an empty container (bag, basket or bucket) is passed around. Individuals are asked “what could you put in this?” or “what doe this make you think of?” is known as:
a. Pass the Basket
b. Mystery basket
c. Reminiscing time
d. What’s in the bag?
4. The reminiscing activity that involves placing a varied group of images on a table and having participants pick one or two images that have special interest to them to discuss uses mainly:
a. Tactile triggers
b. Visual triggers
c. Verbal prompting
d. Cognitive functioning
5. All but one of the following are some of the benefits of reminiscing experiences:
a. Connects the past with the present and gives individuals a sense of personhood
b. Contributes to a greater understanding of others and their point of view.
c. It reduces symptoms of dementia
d. Sharing memories helps build relationships
6. Listening to people and finding how what is most important to them is a component of:
a. Nursing assistant training
b. Federal law
c. Person-centered care approach
d. None of the above.
7. While _____________questioning help obtain specific information, _____________enable learning more about people as individuals.
a. Inquisitive; direct
b. Direct; indirect
c. Closed; open
d. Active; inactive
8. In reminiscence work, it is important to maintain __________________which means we faithfully represent the memory shared and when summarizing the story back, the group leader accurately remains true to the memory shared.
a. confidentiality
b. fidelity
c. professionalism
d. honesty.
9. While promoting memories, the leader may introduce the use of ________________through the six senses of vision, hearing, touch, taste and smell.
a. verbal prompting
b. memory triggers
c. movies
d. repeating questions
10. A reminiscence theme which focuses on broad human interest, giving individual opportunity to relate and contribute would be considered:
a. Inclusive theme
b. not important
c. imaginative
d. irrelevant
11. While “house and home” might be considered a broader inclusive theme, _________ would be considered a narrower theme related to the broader theme.
a. cooking
b. housework and chores
c. decorating
d. all of the above.
12. For elders who are cognitively impaired and can only provide fragments of memories or who may share and unhappy memory, the ______________may be able to provide additional information which may clarify.
a. psychologist
b. family
c. nursing assistant
d. medical record.
13. Two programming formats for the reminiscing groups are discussed in the text. The _______group format meets regularly for a fixed number of sessions with the same group of elders while the _________group format is open to anyone and does not have a fixed number of sessions.
a. formal; informal
b. closed; open
c. open; closed
d. therapeutic; non-therapeutic.
14. The stage of group where the members reflect on positive outcomes and discuss new projects for future groups would be considered the:
a. planning and preparation stage
b. opening stage
c. development stage
d. closing stage.
15. Increased social interaction and increased self-esteem are examples of
a. goals to write related to the group.
b. positive outcomes associated with the elder’s group reminiscence participation
c. positive outcomes associated with staff participation
d. mandatory tasks of members within the group.
16. In the eight session model fo reminiscing groups, the overall process of the groups has ______________ phases.
a. six
b. two
c. three
d. none
17. In organizing the reminiscing group and working with individuals with severe communication difficulties, it is recommended the group size remain around:
a. 8-10
b. 3-5
c. 4-6
d. there is no need to change group size for this factor.
18. It is during the ___________________of the session that the leader would involve participants in a specific task, activity or game which is related to the theme topic to generate memories and interaction.
a. opening
b. middle
c. development stage
d. evaluation
19. Making a display of familiar objects related to the theme, listening to reminiscence readings, passing around variety of fabrics, singing familiar songs or looking at photographs together are examples of ways to:
a. introduce the topic during the opening stage of group
b. adapt for the cognitively impaired participant
c. involve the staff in the program.
d. close the group during the evaluation stage.
20. Opening an old purse which has a change purse with coins; counting out the coins and deciding what can be bought with the coins would be a reminiscing activity called:
a. What’s in the bag?
b. Shopping Trip
c. What shall we buy with these coins?
d. Ladies Purse
21. A suggested activity(ies) to do during the development stage of the reminiscing program may be:
a. create a collage of their favorite things
b. individuals bring a favorite item to talk about
c. completing a reminiscent crossword puzzle or word game
d. all of the above.
22. In order to create a sense of identity with others in the group it is suggested to create a special name for the group and also:
a. introducing a group anthem
b. buying everyone group t-shirts
c. introducing mandatory attendance at group
d. put a sign on the room when the group is meeting.
23. Creating a book of memories which would be a written collection of some of the discussions held by group members would be an activity done during the:
a. preparation stage of group
b. opening stage of group
c. development stage of group
d. closing stage of group.
24. Reminiscence can be considered a ________________activity because it is a
re-creation of one’s past experiences.
a. creative
b. cognitive
c. intellectual
d. social
25. The key to success in using creativity within reminiscing programs is to focus more on the ___________ than the ________________.
a. person; memory
b. product; process
c. materials; creativity
d. process; product.
26. To introduce the process of creative writing as a form of reminiscing, it is suggested to start with:
a. biographies
b. journals
c. lists
d. writing prompts.
27. Using _____________________would be a way to generate creative writing as a group.
a. the five senses
b. museum photographs
c. a specific object of interest
d. all of the above.
28. Relating memories via visual means is discussed by using a variety of approaches. The activity where the participant’s hands are outlined with memories written inside the hands is called:
a. Hands Down
b. Touching Memories
c. With these Hands
d. Hand it Over
29. Another visual activity would be to trace the participant’s foot and have them write about their journeys and where they have been. This activity is called:
a. These Boots are Made for Walking
b. Where have your feet been?
c. Hang Ten
d. Memories on my Mind
30. ______________is a powerful memory trigger and is an effective way of creating a mood.
a. Dancing
b. Food
c. Music
d. Photographs
31. Introducing acting out memories to reminiscing is a way to use drama activities. The drama activity where it is suggested that the individual go back in time and re-enact an event or place or meeting with a person is called:
a. Show me around your home
b. What if we were there now?
c. Time Machine
d. Memory Lane
32. There are a number of drama activities which involve re-enacting and creating short dramas using this prop:
a. costumes
b. photographs
c. music
d. cue cards
33. Traditional activities such as __________________ are excellent activities to promote reminiscing.
a. cooking and gardening
b. bingo and cards
c. bowling and bocci ball
d. none of the above.
34. The fact that long term memories could be accessed and feelings of security and self-esteem could be fostered are reasons why reminiscinse is effective with:
a. young adults
b. elders with dementia
c. staff and care givers
d. only the alert and oriented elders.
35. Which of the following is not a typical sign and symptom of dementia?
a. memory loss
b. hallucinations and delusions
c. decline in ability to speak/communicate
d. mood changes and feelings of sadness
36. A significant part of the solution to the challenge of dementia care is:
a. a change in attitude on the part of the caregiver
b. the use of new and improved medications for cognitive loss
c. the creation of special care memory support homes.
d. improved diet and exercise programs
37.The opposing views of looking at dementia as a devastating disease of the central nervous system which slowly destroys identity compared to the person with specific types of dementia is influenced by the quality of care and their environment is known as :
a. clinical view/holistic view
b. medical model/milieu model
c. old model/new model
d. caregiver model/elder model
38. The needs of elders with dementia are ______________ as everyone else.
a. the same
b. more intense
c. less and focused on different areas
d. not important because they cannot remember as well.
39. With an empathetic approach, reminiscence can be introduced with individuals with dementia. A positive outcome might include:
a. elimination of all psycho active medications
b. maintaining a sense of personhood and social world
c. increased ability to recall and discuss past memories and improved quality of life
d. Improved sleeping through the night.
40. In working with individuals with dementia, using the reminiscence process to explore recent memory, long term memory and remaining abilities and assets would be:
a. a non-pharmacological behavioral approach.
b. an assessment tool
c. a form of cognitive stimulation
d. ineffective.
41. When an elder starts to experience a traumatic memory of something sad or about loss and hardship, the group leader should:
a. change the subject
b. Introduce a distracting song or sensory cue
c. listen, understand and support – showing them they are safe in the present time.
d. tell them about another sad event to show it happens to everyone
42. Memory triggers are categorized into two main types:
a. sensory and intellectual
b. memory and emotional
c. verbal and non-verbal
d. tactile and visual
43. Even though an elder with dementia may not be able to share verbal appreciation within a reminiscent group, Tom Kitwood’s Indicators of Well Being may show enjoyment. All but one of the following are included within the Indicators
a. showing pleasure through smiles
b. being affectionate
c. accepting others around you
d. sleeping more soundly
44. In using smells and aromas to stimulate memories and emotions from the past, it is suggested to:
a. use the original sensory smell/aroma rather than a bottled reproduction
b. only use two aroma scents at one time.
c. make sure they identify one scent before moving on to the second scent
d. use only certified aromas approved by the physician
45. Recording people’s memories on sound and video for the purpose of historical research and publication, saving personal experiences for the future. This approach is known as :
a. Living Memories
b. Veteran’s Project
c. Oral History
d. Recorded Memories
46. The goals of recorded histories and stories include all except one of the following:
a. to leave behind a legacy for loved ones.
b. to convey the emotion behind the life experience.
c. To replace history books
d. to provide first hand evidence of life events.
47. In conducting a guided interview, it is suggested the interviewer ask open ended questions, clear questions and
a. stick to a pre-defined list of questions, not varying from the topic
b. establish rapport with the interviewee through active listening
c. remain under 15 minutes in length.
d. don’t take any breaks so the flow of the interview is not lost.
48. Obtaining written consent forms from the person being interviewed:
a. is ethically important.
b. should explain how the recorded information will be utilized.
c. is legally required
d. all of the above.
49. The benefits of of using reminiscence with ethnic minorities includes all but one of the following:
a. preserves cultural heritage
b. passes on cultural knowledge to younger generations
c. it can bring young and old together in shared understanding of cultural heritage
d. it is a change of pace from everyday reminiscing.
50. When introducing intergenerational reminiscing, it is important to:
a. prepare both groups, the young and the older, for the experience.
b. only use topics of interest to the older people
c. only use public schools for sources of younger people
d. younger people between the ages of 10 and 15 are the most effective ages
