Reality orientation and Validation Therapy

Question 1

Reality orientation

Answer 1

• Primarily used for patients with dementia
• Presented through out the day
• Continuous interaction technique
• Group meeting

Question 2

Goal of Reality orientation

Answer 2

• Alleviate disorientation associated with dementia

Question 3

Common Reality Orientation Techniques

Answer 3

• Use of reality boards
• List information such as date, time, meal, etc
• Name tags and labels for rooms
• Reminiscence activities
• Reminding people of names and situations