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jazziefee

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on: Jul 19, 2018
Sundowner's syndrome or sundowning is a condition frequently seen in patients with organic mental disorders. Sundowning can best be described as:
 
  A) Compulsion to watch the sun set
  B) Sleeping 12 hours per day
  C) Reversing day and night behavior (sleeping during the day and staying awake during the night)
  D) Staying awake for several days at a time

Question 2

Mrs. Greene, who is 68 years old, is at your clinic for her annual physical. She is quiet and does not use her usual quick sense of humor. She tells you, I feel like an old rag. I can't hear or see as well as I could before.
 
  What's wrong with me? You are able to tell her:
  A) Mrs. Greene, some vision and hearing loss is normal in the aging process. The doctor can run some tests and discuss options with you.
  B) Mrs. Greene, don't worry. I'm sure it's nothing
  C) Well, at least you don't need to worry about driving anymore.
  D) Why are you feeling so concerned, Mrs. Greene?


Cheesycrackers

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

C

Answer to Question 2

A


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