Understanding Delirium, Dementia, and Depression
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What is the main difference between delirium and dementia?

  • Delirium affects reasoning and abstract thinking, while dementia affects language and judgment.
  • Delirium is irreversible, while dementia is reversible.
  • Delirium affects short-term memory, while dementia affects long-term memory.
  • Delirium is sudden and fluctuates rapidly, while dementia has a gradual and progressive decline. (correct)

    • What makes older adults with dementia particularly vulnerable to delirium?

  • Increased social interactions
  • Combination with medical conditions (correct)
  • Frequent assessments
  • High aspirations

    • According to Barlett (2016), what defines a 'dementia-friendly community'?

  • A community with advanced medical facilities
  • A community isolating individuals with dementia
  • A community where people with dementia have low aspirations
  • A community empowering people with dementia to contribute and participate meaningfully (correct)

    • Which factor does NOT increase the risk of older adults experiencing depression?

    <p>Physical activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way do nurses need to be sensitive when caring for clients with delirium?

    <p>To the client's psychosocial needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the potential outcomes of depression in older adults according to the text?

    <p>Reduced happiness and well-being</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is prevention of delirium important for older individuals in acute care settings?

    <p>To protect against physical harm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cognitive impairment is reversible like delirium in older adults?

    <p>Acute confusional state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic distinguishes hyperactive delirium from hypoactive delirium?

    <p>Hyperactivity in behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between delirium and dementia?

    <p>Delirium is reversible while dementia is irreversible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of delirium is characterized by a decrease in motor activity and alertness?

    <p>Hypoactive delirium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the defining characteristic of a 'dementia-friendly community' according to Barlett (2016)?

    <p>Opportunities for people with dementia to meaningfully contribute and participate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor complicates the treatment of concomitant medical conditions according to the text?

    <p>Depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is prevention of delirium important in older adults?

    <p>To reduce the risk of dementia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group must nurses consider when addressing a client's needs according to the text?

    <p>The client's family</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Delirium' can best be described as:

    <p>A sudden and temporary cognitive impairment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Depression' could lead to increased risk of suicide primarily due to:

    <p>'Reduced happiness &amp; well-being'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Dementia' affects short-term memory, language, judgment, reasoning & abstract thinking due to:

    <p>'Irreversible changes in the brain'</p> Signup and view all the answers

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