Which of the following are safety concerns commonly seen in dementia?

• A. Wandering, confusion, and difficulty with daily tasks can pose safety risks.
• B. Only driving safety is a concern.
• C. There are no safety concerns in dementia.
• D. Safety concerns only relate to medication side effects.

Answer: (B)

Safety risks in dementia come from how memory, judgment, and problem-solving abilities are affected. When someone has dementia, they may wander and become lost, misinterpret or ignore hazards, and struggle to perform everyday tasks. These issues can lead to dangerous situations at home (like leaving a stove on, falls, or poor handling of hot items), challenges with medication management, dehydration, or malnutrition. Driving safety can be a concern, but it’s only one part of the bigger picture. This makes the option that highlights wandering, confusion, and difficulty with daily tasks as common safety risks the best answer. The other statements are too narrow or incorrect because safety concerns in dementia extend beyond driving, aren’t nonexistent, and aren’t limited to medication side effects.