2: Impact on Memory Flashcards
Briefly define episodic memory.
The ability to remember autobiographical events, involving mental time travel.
What is involved in recent episodic memory loss?
An inability to form new memories and an inability to recall recent events.
Briefly define working memory.
The online storage and manipulation of information in a very brief period of time.
What is involved in depleted working memory in AD?
Reduction in memory span capacity, limited attention and disturbed search and retrieval processes.
What deficits in executive function can impair performance on multi-step activities of daily living?
Impairments in planning, sequencing and attentional control.
Give 2 symptoms of stage 1 impairment.
Mild memory lapses causing only a few problems and memory for episodes in the recent past being poor.
What 3 things may early stage dementia be mistaken for?
Normal ageing, stress and depression.
Give 4 common memory errors experienced at stage 2 of impairment.
Forgetting familiar people, becoming disorientated even in familiar surroundings, confusing the time of day or the day of the week, and becoming increasingly unable to keep track of daily events.
What key change often happens during stage 2 of impairment?
The person may rely increasingly on others and seek medicinal help, usually prompted by family or friends.
Give 3 key symptoms of stage 3 impairment.
Forgetting close relatives, obvious memory problems such as confabulation, and severe memory errors that can pose safety problems.
What 5 key areas are well preserved in dementia?
Remote memory, semantic memory, implicit memory, improvement through practice and well-rehearsed tasks.
What key activity can help individuals with dementia have more meaningful interactions?
Reminiscence.
What is CIRCA?
A touch screen system that facilitates reminisce and communication with caregivers.
Why can music be a useful tool for reminiscence?
Reacting to music and showing recognition is not as demanding as to photos, for example.
What is the key to the difference in Joan’s performance at hanging up washing and ironing?
The number of cues and the potential task options.
