Module 5 Lesson 9. Changes in judgement Insisting on driving Hugo is living with dementia. His neighbour, Pablo, notices that his car is parked very strangely one day, obstructing some of the other cars on the street. Pablo walks out of his apartment, sees Hugo and attempts to start a conversation. Instead of stopping, Hugo jumps in his car, speeds off and takes an illegal left turn out of the compound. Hugo returns quickly and nothing bad seems to have happened. 3. Check your understandingManaging more serious changes in judgement (2). What would you recommend to Pablo? Please select all correct responses. Immediately seize Hugo’s car keys when he returns. This will prevent it from happening again.Stay calm and ask whether Hugo has any other places to go that day, and if so, offer him a ride.Ignore the situation because it is embarrassing.Ask Hugo if he would like some help figuring out transportation.Tell Hugo that he is concerned about his driving and suggest visiting his doctor to discuss it.Report the incident to Hugo’s carer, friend or family member.Check Immediately seize Hugo’s car keys when he returns because this will prevent it from happening again. This is not a good response because Pablo cannot decide whether his neighbour should drive anymore, and Hugo may become angry. Stay calm and ask whether Hugo has any other places to go that day, and if so, offer him a ride. This is a good response because it prevents Hugo from driving unsafely and provides safe transportation, so Hugo can run his errands. Ignore the situation because it is embarrassing. This response is not good because Hugo’s driving may cause harm to himself and others. Ask Hugo if he would like some help figuring out transportation. This response is appropriate because Hugo may be able to safely ride a bus or walk, preventing any unsafe behaviour. Tell Hugo that he is concerned about his driving and suggest visiting his doctor to discuss it. This is a good response as Pablo respects Hugo by being honest and raising a concern. Report the incident to Pablo’s carer, friend or family member. This is a possible response. Pablo may not know if Hugo has dementia and could be concerned about the risk of harm to Hugo and others. Error: Please select at least one option.Please click ‘check’ to view the answers before continuing.Error: Please type your answers in the text box. Tip It is better if the decision not to drive comes from the person living with dementia. Giving up driving is typically a difficult time in the person’s life where they are losing independence. Alternatives such as offering regular rides, teaching the person how to use public transportation or arranging taxis will help the person stay active and involved in their community activities. It is important that the person does not become isolated or lonely once they give up driving. More effort will be needed to keep them connected to the world outside their home.