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tiara099

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Describe the physical and mental changes seen with dementia.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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The combining form crypt/o- means ________.
 
  A) immature cell
  B) hormone
  C) pouch
  D) hidden


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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Dementia is a gradual but progressive deterioration of cognitive function due to old age or a neurologic disease. Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia. There is a gradual decline in mental abilities, with forgetfulness, inability to learn new things, inability to perform daily activities, and difficulty making decisions. Dementia can also include personality changes, anxiety, irritability, poor judgment, impulsiveness, hostility, combativeness, depression, and delusions.

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: A) The combining form crypt/o- does not mean immature cell.
B) The combining form crypt/o- does not mean hormone.
C) The combining form crypt/o- does not mean pouch.
D) Correct


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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Excellent

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