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dejastew

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on: Jul 8, 2018
The term that denotes a slow, progressive intellectual impairment is
 
  a. Confusion
  b. Delirium
  c. Dementia
  d. Depression

Question 2

An elder tells the nurse he is concerned because he forgot where he put his house keys. Which of the following is an appropriate nursing response?
 
  a. Ignore the statement.
  b. Offer reassurance.
  c. Ask him if he told his doctor.
  d. Tell him to expect more frequent and severe memory loss as he ages.


kmb352

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Reply #1 on: Jul 8, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B


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