Which statement by an adult child concerning the behaviors of ...

[faduma]

Which statement by an adult child concerning the behaviors of their parent supports the diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease?
 
  a. Mom forgot to pay her utility bills last month.
  b. Mom isn't as interested in keeping a neat house as she was.
  c. Mom doesn't seem interested in going out with friends anymore.
  d. Mom refuses to stop driving even though her reaction time is very slow.

Question 2

Which outcome is realistic for a patient with stage 1 Alzheimer's disease?
 
  a. Caregiver will assume role of decision maker for patient to reduce stress.
  b. The patient will maintain the highest possible functional level to preserve auton-omy.
  c. Arrangements will be made for appropriate long-term placement to minimize risk of injury.
  d. The patient will retain full physical functioning through cognitive and occupa-tional therapies.

[durant1234]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Increased forgetfulness, particularly that involving former routine activities (such as bill pay-ing), is symptomatic of Alzheimer's disease. The other options do not indicate cognitive def-icit.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
This outcome addresses health maintenance (i.e., maintaining an optimal functional level as determined by present capacity). Although long-term placement may be an option, it is not necessarily appropriate during this stage. Patients in stage 1 are often able to make simple de-cisions. Continuing to make decisions gives the patient a sense of control. Although a patient in stage 1 does not appear markedly deteriorated, some diminution of function may be pre-sent.

[faduma]

Thank you

[durant1234]

Happy to help you