CNA Practice Test
Mental health and dementiaQuestion 1561 of 1700

How do dementia medicines work in Lewy body dementia?

  1. They work better and cause fewer side effects
  2. They work less well and cause more side effects
  3. They cure the disease within a few months
  4. They are never used for this type
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Correct answer: They work less well and cause more side effects

Dementia drugs are less effective for this type and more often cause bad effects. People with LBD may also act aggressively.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 10.5: Caring for Clients With Dementia

Practice mental health and dementia

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026