Claims
As mentioned in Functions, there are two functions. For each described function, a claim can be formed about the positives as well as the negative effects of implementing each function.
Key terms: Patient with Dementia (PwD)
Walking with Miro
PwD who likes dogs
Positive effects
The PwD will have had some good exercise and mentally feels happier.
Negative effects
The PwD may not want to stop walking the dog and exhaust their bodies beyond its limits. This is unlikely in general, but it can definitely occur.
PwD who dislikes dogs
Positive effects
The PwD will feel elated that they were able to leave their room at all. Most PwDs are not able to walk around the premises independently, so having the autonomy to go on a walk increases their level of happiness.
Negative effects
The PwD will keep walking away from the dog which leads to undesired results, extra care needed from caretakers and the patient may be punished by not being able to go outside until someone (a human person) shows up to take them for a walk. This severely reduces their autonomy and as a result make them feel dissatisfied.