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Lecture 14: Dementia Diagnosis and Treatment

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Lecture 14: Dementia Diagnosis and Treatment

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What type of disorders can neuroimaging identify?

All types of brain disorders

Only metabolic disorders

Potentially reversible structural and certain metabolic disorders (correct)

Only structural disorders

What is the primary purpose of using PET or SPECT scans in dementia diagnosis?

To visualize brain structure

To diagnose Alzheimer's disease

To provide information about cerebral perfusion patterns (correct)

To identify neurotransmitter imbalances

What is the prognosis for dementia patients?

Dementia is always fatal within a year

Dementia has no impact on life expectancy

Dementia is usually reversible

Dementia is usually progressive, but the rate varies widely (correct)

What is the effect of dementia on life expectancy?

Dementia shortens life expectancy Signup and view all the answers

What type of measures can help ensure safety for dementia patients?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What type of drugs should be avoided in dementia patients?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential benefit of using cholinesterase inhibitors in dementia patients?

They can improve cognitive function Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of arrangements for end-of-life care?

To provide support for caregivers Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to eliminate or limit drugs with central nervous system (CNS) activity?

They can worsen dementia Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of providing appropriate stimulation and activities for dementia patients?

It can improve safety Signup and view all the answers