You are asked to assist in the design of a living environment that would be most beneficial for patients with dementia. Which of the following would be particularly helpful?

a. alternate routes to the dining room to allow patients choices
b. clearly visible common areas that can be seen from the patients' rooms
c. open access to the setting so that patients can feel free to come and go as they want
d. confining patients to their rooms as much as possible


Answer: b.

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