See if there’s a solvable problem creating the behaviors, such as a physical illness, medication side effects, the need to use the rest room, environment-induced anxiety, etc.
Remind yourself that Alzheimer's is to blame, and respond gently and patiently, without overreacting or lashing out in frustration.
Help the senior remain involved in appropriate activities in accordance with his or her individual interests. If the person becomes agitated with a specific activity, switch to something different, or move to an alternate room in the home or outdoors whenever possible.
Pay attention to clothing choices, if removing clothes at inappropriate times is an issue. If the older adult happens to be wearing pants without zippers for comfort and ease, you might change to something a bit more challenging to remove when out in public, for example.
Be sure that all of the senior's physical needs are met to circumvent problematic behaviors. Maintain a comfortable temperature in the home, keep plenty of healthy snacks and drinks handy, and encourage regular physical activity and movement.
Offer proper physical contact often in the form of hugs, holding the person’s hand, or rubbing his/her back, when welcomed by the senior, communicating reassurance to relieve anxiety.