Offering too many choices can overwhelm a resident with dementia. Which offer is most appropriate?

• A.Would you like any of these ten shirts, three pairs of pants, or a dress?
• B.Decide quickly from the whole closet or staff will choose everything
• C.Would you like the blue shirt or the red shirt? while showing both shirts
• D.Why do you never know what you want to wear in the morning?

Why

Limiting the offer to two visible, simple choices supports decision-making without overload. A long list, pressure, or criticism makes choosing harder and lowers self-esteem.

Content outline: Psychosocial Care Skills - Emotional and Mental Health Needs: Dementia Care · From the Psychosocial Care Skills practice bank (PS-043).

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