12 Questions
Which term describes symptoms like impaired memory, sundowning, slow and incoherent behavior, and repetitious inappropriate actions?
Dementia symptoms
Which symptom is characteristic of hypermetamorphosis?
Feeling the need to touch everything in sight
What is a characteristic feature of delirium that distinguishes it from dementia?
Stuporous level of consciousness
What is a common side effect of Memantine medication?
Headache
Which of the following is not a cause of dementia?
Hepatic encephalopathy
Which medication does not cure Alzheimer's disease?
Donepezil
What is the mechanism of action of cholinesterase inhibitor medications used for Alzheimer's disease?
Decreases acetylcholine breakdown
What is a key difference between delirium and dementia?
Delirium is characterized by trembling and tachycardia, which are not seen in dementia.
Which term describes the inability to perform motor activities despite intact physical ability?
Apraxia
What is the characteristic symptom of Alzheimer's known as sundowning?
Wandering at night
Which term describes making repetitive verbalizations or motions due to cognitive disturbances?
Perserveration
In Alzheimer's disease, which stage involves needing increasing help from others and experiencing sundowning?
Moderate
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