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What is recommended when depression is related to recent life events?
What is recommended when depression is related to recent life events?
- Education of family members
- Social interventions (correct)
- Individual psychotherapy only
- Combination of antidepressants and psychotherapy
What is a potential preventive strategy for depression management in the older adult?
What is a potential preventive strategy for depression management in the older adult?
- Barbiturates
- L-dopa
- Remaining supportive and encouraging (correct)
- Methyldopa
What may be beneficial for many individuals experiencing depression?
What may be beneficial for many individuals experiencing depression?
- Immunological disease treatment
- Corticosteroids intake
- Group psychotherapy (correct)
- Family education
What is a possible protective strategy for managing depression in the elderly?
What is a possible protective strategy for managing depression in the elderly?
Which type of intervention might be sufficient for depression cases related to recent life events?
Which type of intervention might be sufficient for depression cases related to recent life events?
What is a common duration for medication to reach full response in depression treatment?
What is a common duration for medication to reach full response in depression treatment?
Which of the following is a treatment strategy for older adults that focuses on maintaining functional independence?
Which of the following is a treatment strategy for older adults that focuses on maintaining functional independence?
Which of the following is a preventive strategy that uses natural compounds to reduce inflammation in the body?
Which of the following is a preventive strategy that uses natural compounds to reduce inflammation in the body?
What is the recommended dosage of Ginkgo biloba for older adults to support cognitive function?
What is the recommended dosage of Ginkgo biloba for older adults to support cognitive function?
What should a chiropractor do if a long-standing patient appears less lucid and less concerned about filling out intake forms?
What should a chiropractor do if a long-standing patient appears less lucid and less concerned about filling out intake forms?
What should a chiropractor do if an 83-year-old patient's daughter expresses concern that the patient has been very confused for a couple of days?
What should a chiropractor do if an 83-year-old patient's daughter expresses concern that the patient has been very confused for a couple of days?
What should a chiropractor do if they observe a gradual decline in a patient's memory over the course of several years?
What should a chiropractor do if they observe a gradual decline in a patient's memory over the course of several years?
What is the primary treatment strategy for addressing cognitive dysfunction related to medication use in older adults?
What is the primary treatment strategy for addressing cognitive dysfunction related to medication use in older adults?
Which preventive and protective strategies are typically recommended for older adults with dementia?
Which preventive and protective strategies are typically recommended for older adults with dementia?
How can chiropractic care contribute to the overall well-being of older adults with dementia?
How can chiropractic care contribute to the overall well-being of older adults with dementia?
What is the primary goal of case management for older adults with dementia?
What is the primary goal of case management for older adults with dementia?
How does the prevalence of dementia change with age?
How does the prevalence of dementia change with age?
Which of the following is a leading cause of dementia in older adults?
Which of the following is a leading cause of dementia in older adults?
What is the primary difference between Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia?
What is the primary difference between Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia?
How does alcohol consumption contribute to dementia in older adults?
How does alcohol consumption contribute to dementia in older adults?
What is the primary cause of cognitive decline in dementia?
What is the primary cause of cognitive decline in dementia?
How can older adults with moderate or advanced dementia present a danger to themselves?
How can older adults with moderate or advanced dementia present a danger to themselves?
