Dementia Flashcards

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What is used to treat moderate sufferers of dementia?

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In moderate sufferers acetylcholineesterase inhibitors are used to treat. Improving their memory temporarily

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What did Kitwood create regarding dementia?

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Kitwood created the enriched model of dementia saying it cause neurological impairment and affected physical fitness and health, memory, personality, and social psychology.

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What is used in treatment in severe sufferers of dementia?

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NMDA receptor antagonist is used but has only just become legal in the UK. Drugs see also given to treat depression, behaviour and psychosis symptoms.

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