Delirium, Dementia, Amnestic and other Cognitive disorders Flashcards

1
Q

Delirium is characterized by ________________ in the _______________.

a. disturbance, level of consciousness
b. disturbance, memory
c. none of the above

A

A.

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Delirium’s onset is short, usually lasting from 1hr to 2days. True or False

A

True

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Dementia’s progression can improve. True or False

A

False. Dementia will progressively get worse over time.

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4
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What can help improve the symptoms of Dementia?

A

Medication

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Amnestic Disorder involves impairment in one area only. What area is that?

A

Memory

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