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NClaborn

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on: Jul 23, 2018
Which statement made by a patient with Alzheimer's disease indicates the need for additional teaching?
 
  a. When I have been taking donepezil for 6 weeks I should regain my memories.
  b. The only way to be sure that I have Alzheimer's disease is by autopsy after I die.
  c. Even with medication, eventually I will need total care to prevent complications.
  d. The rivastigmine I am taking may slow down the progression of my symptoms.

Question 2

Which is the common underlying pathophysiology of both Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease?
 
  a. Both are neurodegenerative diseases.
  b. Both are forms of dementia.
  c. Both involve interrupted transmission of nerve impulses.
  d. Both are primarily caused and directly related to environmental factors.


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briezy

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


NClaborn

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

alexanderhamilton

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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