ncfe dementia awareness

1 Explain what is meant by the term ‘dementia’
Learner answer 1 dementia is not a disease or illness its an overall term which describes a wide range of symptoms associated with a decline in memories or a persons other mental abilities which in turn can reduce a persons ability to perform everyday tasks.

2a Incorporating your assessment pack and using the diagram as a guide, describe the key functions of the brain that can be affected by dementia. a) Name area 1 of the brain and its key function of this area affected by dementia
Learner answer 1
The Frontal Lobe: controls behavior and emotions, personality and is also responsible for movement.
2b b) Name area 2 of the brain and its key function of this area affected by dementia
Learner answer 1
The Temporal Lobe: within the temporal lobe is the center for smell and some association areas for long-term memory and learning,as well as being responsible for speech and hearing.

2c c) Name area 3 of the brain and its key function of this area affected by dementia
Learner answer 1
The Parietal Lobe: It is the receptive area for fine sensory stimuli, and the highest integration and coordination of sensory information is carried on here. meaning recognition language and coordination will be affected
2d d) Name area 4 of the brain and its key function of this area affected by dementia
Learner answer 1
The Occipital Lobe: is the vision center which can cause hallucinations, difficulty in reading and writing visual agnosia and visual disturbances.
3a Explain why each of the following conditions may be mistaken for dementia. a) In relation to Depression
Learner answer 1 depression is a mood disorder that can affect concentration and judgement and so symptoms can mimic dementia. patients experience symptoms like withdrawal, self-neglect, and an inability to manage daily tasks.
3b b) In relation to Delirium
Learner answer 1
Delirium is a sudden, temporary change in brain function that causes