Author Question: The statement, Where do I belong? is an example of a. Long-term memory loss b. Short-term memory ... (Read 173 times)

Pineappleeh · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

The statement, Where do I belong? is an example of

a. Long-term memory loss
b. Short-term memory loss
c. Altered perception
d. Altered judgment

Question 2

Terminal restlessness is a sign of imminent death, but it is experienced by only a small percentage of dying people.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

alexanderhamilton · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Confused residents often ask, Where do I belong? when they lose their memory and problem-solving abilities. This is a reflection of their inability to use recent experiences to solve problems or answer questions. This statement would not be an example of responses A, C, or D. Altered perceptions often cause an older adult to exhibit paranoid behavior. Alterations in judgment affect the safety of older adults. Long-term memory loss would affect memories of distant events.

Answer to Question 2

F
Terminal restlessness, a clear sign of imminent death, occurs in more than 75 of dying patients. This state of agitated delirium is a manifestation of the spiraling down of physiological functions and requires careful and thoughtful intervention.