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Understanding dementia handouts-updated - NASMM

A Positive Physical Approach for Someone with Dementia 1. Knock on door or table - to get attention if the person is not looking at you & get permission to enter or approach 2. Open palm near face and smile – look friendly and give the person a visual cue – make eye contact 3. Call the person by name OR at least say “Hi!” 4.