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Amanda Fountain
on Dec 26, 2024
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Delirium is unique from other dementias in that it ______.
A) is treatable and can be cured
B) involves primarily motor symptoms
C) has a long onset and progression
D) has symptoms of depression
Treatable
Capable of being managed, alleviated, or cured through medical care or other interventions.
Delirium
An acute, often sudden, decline in attention and cognition, that can be a result of medical conditions, substances, or medication.
Dementias
A group of cognitive disorders characterized by memory loss, impaired reasoning, and personality changes, impacting daily functioning.
- Gain an understanding of the different manifestations and types of dementia, like Lewy body dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and delirium.
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Learning Objectives
- Gain an understanding of the different manifestations and types of dementia, like Lewy body dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and delirium.