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Table 1 Contents of the multimodal non-pharmacological intervention

From: Effect of a multimodal non-pharmacological intervention on older people with dementia: a single-case experimental design study

Time frame

Component

Examples of the content of the intervention

10–15 min

Reality orientation and exercises

Reality orientation: confirmation of the date, place, and weather

Exercises: gymnastics, stretching, and strength training

10 min

Cognitive activation

Calculations, card games, finger gymnastics, and puzzles

10–15 min

ADL training and reality orientation

Manipulation of jackets and trousers (simulated), use of chopsticks and spoons to transfer beans to a bowl, and brushing hair and teeth (simulated)

Reality orientation: confirmation of the date, place, and weather, and reviewing the implemented program

  1. ADL, activities of daily living