26 Questions
Which factors are suspected to contribute to the development of Alzheimer's disease?
Genetics, lifestyle, and environment
What is the current status of a cure for Alzheimer's disease?
There is currently no cure for Alzheimer's disease
What kind of assistance do patients with advanced-stage Alzheimer's disease require?
Considerable assistance to ensure their safety and comfort
Which of the following is the most common cause of dementia?
Alzheimer's disease
What is the projected number of people aged 65 years and older with Alzheimer's disease in the United States by the year 2030?
8 million
On average, how long do people with Alzheimer's disease live after the diagnosis is confirmed?
8 years
Which part of the brain controls 'executive function' activities like thinking, organizing, planning, and problem solving?
Frontal lobe
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a common cause of dementia aside from Alzheimer's disease?
Depression
Which of the following is true about the diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease?
The diagnosis can only be made by ruling out other causes of neurological impairment
Which of the following is the most common cause of dementia?
Alzheimer's disease
Which of the following is a symptom of Alzheimer's disease?
Difficulty with memory, language, and abstract thinking
Which of the following is a risk factor for developing Alzheimer's disease?
Obesity
What is the genetic component found in some cases of Alzheimer's disease called?
Early-onset Alzheimer's
Which ethnic group has a higher prevalence of Alzheimer's disease?
African Americans
Which part of the brain is responsible for memory, problem-solving, language, and abstract thinking?
Cortex
What is the basic purpose of the nervous system and the brain?
To control both involuntary and voluntary behaviors
What are beta amyloid plaques and neurofibrillary tangles?
Scar tissue in the cortex
How does Alzheimer's disease affect the brain?
It damages the cortex
Which age group is more commonly affected by Alzheimer's disease?
People aged 70s and 80s
Is Alzheimer's disease fatal?
Yes, it is one of the leading causes of death
Does exposure to aluminum cause Alzheimer's disease?
No, there is no evidence linking aluminum exposure to Alzheimer's disease
Is memory loss a normal part of aging?
No, memory loss is not normal
Which age group is more commonly affected by Alzheimer's disease?
People aged 70s and 80s
Is Alzheimer's disease fatal?
Yes, it is one of the leading causes of death
Does exposure to aluminum cause Alzheimer's disease?
No, there is no evidence of a link between aluminum exposure and Alzheimer's disease
Is memory loss a normal part of aging?
No, memory loss is not normal for a person because of aging
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