Mental health and dementiaQuestion 1568 of 1700
What is sundowning?
- A fear of sunlight that makes the resident hide inside
- Sleeping in the afternoon and staying up all night
- Agitation and confusion that show up in the late day
- Hunger that wakes the resident at night
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Correct answer: Agitation and confusion that show up in the late day
Sundowning means a person gets restless or confused as daylight fades, and it can last into the night.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 10.5: Caring for Clients With Dementia
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026