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Author Question: Which statement best describes pseudodementia? A. Schizophrenia in the elderly. B. Depression ... (Read 35 times)

joblessjake

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on: Jul 19, 2018
Which statement best describes pseudodementia?
 
  A.
  Schizophrenia in the elderly.
  B.
  Depression in the elderly that looks like dementia.
  C.
  Substance abuse related delirium that looks like dementia.
  D.
  Autism in children that mimics dementia.

Question 2

Henry Smith may be suffering from sundowning. What is the alternate name for this condition?
 
  A.
  Nocturnal delirium
  B.
  Vascular dementia
  C.
  Pseudodementia
  D.
  Neurocognitive confusion


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medine

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Depressive symptoms in the elderly such as forgetfulness, withdrawal, and lack of involvement in life can be confused with early dementia.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Nocturnal delirium is increased agitation and confusion at dusk.


joblessjake

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

FergA

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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