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waynest

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In order to establish rapport with an elderly patient, you should:
 
  A) use the patient's first name.
  B) offer a handshake and introduce yourself.
  C) speak to a family member or caregiver first.
  D) speak in a loud voice as you approach the patient.

Question 2

In distinguishing between delirium and dementia, you should recall that delirium:
 
  a. is a chronic, slowly progressive process; dementia is rapid in onset and has a fluctuating course.
  b. tends not to affect memory; dementia tends to impair memory.
  c. may be reversed if treated early; dementia is an irreversible disorder.
  d. causes global cognitive deficits; dementia causes focal cognitive deficits.



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

c



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