Mental health and dementiaQuestion 1587 of 1700
What should you rule out first as a cause of aggressive behavior?
- Boredom from a lack of activity
- A wish for more attention
- Pain
- Dislike of the room color
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Correct answer: Pain
Pain can trigger aggression in a person who cannot say what hurts.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 10.5: Caring for Clients With Dementia
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026