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WWatsford

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While assessing the mental status of an elderly patient who has been retired for several years, you notice he has difficulty answering your questions. He seems depressed. Based on this information, you should:
 
  A) acknowledge the patient's fears and try to put them in perspective.
  B) consider the need for advanced provider care.
  C) consider his mental status as being decreased.
  D) suspect a life-threatening neurological event.

Question 2

The leading cause of death in the elderly is ___________________ _____ ___________________ _____.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


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Chelseyj.hasty

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Reply #1 on: Jul 3, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

cardiovascular disease


WWatsford

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Reply 2 on: Jul 3, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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