Mental health and dementiaQuestion 727 of 1700

Why should staff, schedules, and activities stay as consistent as possible for these clients?

  1. They make the work shift end earlier each day
  2. Change can cause anxiety
  3. They lower the need for care plans in the facility
  4. They help the facility with billing and reports
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Correct answer: Change can cause anxiety

Predictable routine lowers anxiety for clients with mental health, substance use, or developmental disorders.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 10.4: Caring for Clients With Mental Health or Substance Use Disorders

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026