Early Signs of Dementia
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What is a key characteristic of dementia?

  • It only affects social functions
  • It is a normal part of aging
  • It interferes with daily activities (correct)
  • It can be fully cured
  • Which type of dementia is caused by metabolic problems, brain injury, or brain tumor?

  • Fronto-Temporal Dementia
  • Multi-Infarct Dementia (correct)
  • Nutritional Deficiency Dementia
  • Alcohol-related Dementia
  • Which of the following is NOT a sign of age-related brain changes?

  • Dementia
  • Delirium
  • Increased cognitive function (correct)
  • Confusion
  • What is the percentage of women living with dementia as per the data provided?

    <p>61.8%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of dementia is characterized by the progressive loss of cognitive and social functions?

    <p>Fronto-Temporal Dementia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the projected number of people in Canada living with dementia in 2030?

    <p>955,900</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common early warning sign of dementia related to language?

    <p>Forgetting simple words</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of Multi-Infarct/Vascular Dementia?

    <p>Brain cell destruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Secondary Dementia from Primary Dementia?

    <p>Underlying cause</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which form of dementia is treatable if it is caused by nutritional deficiencies?

    <p>Frontal-Temporal Dementia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which stage of dementia would one typically experience loss of interest in life?

    <p>Moderate dementia stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the distinguishing factor between Frontal-Temporal Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease?

    <p>Judgment and personality changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of dementia affects the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain?

    <p>Frontotemporal degeneration dementia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes vascular dementia?

    <p>Brain tissue death due to small strokes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition can lead to the development of Parkinson's disease dementia as a secondary dementia?

    <p>Normal pressure hydrocephalus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common symptom associated with the early stage of dementia?

    <p>Memory loss and confusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of dementia is characterized by severe cognitive decline and dependency for daily activities?

    <p>Late stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes multi-infarct dementia from other forms of dementia?

    <p>Caused by small strokes leading to tissue death</p> Signup and view all the answers

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