Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease Quiz
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Which cognitive domains are affected in dementia?

  • Auditory memory, Olfactory Function, Problem-solving
  • Short-term memory, Long-term memory, Emotional Function
  • Semantic memory, Visual Function, Motor Function
  • Episodic memory, Language Function, Frontal Executive Function (correct)

    • Which of the following is listed as an etiology of dementia?

  • Vitamin B12 deficiency (correct)
  • Excessive caffeine consumption
  • Lack of physical exercise
  • Exposure to electromagnetic fields

    • What is the most common etiology of dementia in South Africa?

  • Vascular Dementia
  • Huntington’s Disease
  • Alzheimer’s Disease (correct)
  • HIV

    • What distinguishes dementia from other conditions?

    <p>Acquired global impairment of memory and intellect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of dementia is characterized by acquired loss of higher mental function and clear consciousness?

    <p>Alzheimer’s Disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Alzheimer’s Disease is characterized by acquired global impairment of memory, personality, and intellect in an alert patient severe enough to interfere with social and/or work functionality

    <p>Dementia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The most common etiologies of dementia include metabolic and endocrine causes such as Uraemia, Liver failure, Hypothyroidism, and Hypoparathyroidism

    <p>Etiologies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    ______ dementia is caused by cerebral vasculitis and is one of the degenerative etiologies of dementia

    <p>Vascular</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Huntington’s Disease and Parkinson’s Disease are examples of toxic etiologies of dementia, including alcohol, solvent abuse, and heavy metals

    <p>Toxic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Severe or repeated brain injury, subdural haematoma, and hydrocephalus are examples of trauma or intracranial lesions that can lead to the development of dementia

    <p>Trauma or Intracranial Lesions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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