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mwit1967

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on: Jul 19, 2018
When comparing dementia and dementia syndrome, the nurse understands that dementia is characterized by which of the following?
 
  A) Short duration of symptoms
  B) Focus on disabilities
  C) Rapid onset
  D) Mood fluctuations

Question 2

Which of the following terms describes an elderly client who has become inactive, has become depressed about the future, and wants to die?
 
  A) Reminiscence
  B) Ego transcendence
  C) Failure to thrive
  D) Ego preoccupation


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zacnyjessica

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

Ans: D
Dementia has an insidious onset, symptoms of long duration, and mood and behaviors fluctuations. The client conceals his or her disabilities.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
Persons who exhibit ego preoccupation resign themselves to the aging process, become inactive, feel they have no future, and wait to die. Reminiscence is a therapeutic process of consciously seeking and sharing memories of past significant experiences and events. Ego transcendence is a positive approach to finding meaning in life as aging persons talk about past experiences. Failure to thrive occurs in elderly persons as a result of acute or chronic illness, systemic disease, or psychological stress.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Gracias!

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Excellent

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