A Client with Memory Loss and Difficulty Completing Routine Tasks

question 21

Multiple Choice

A client with memory loss and difficulty completing routine tasks questions if these symptoms are related to Alzheimer disease.For what additional symptoms will the nurse assess to determine if the client is experiencing Alzheimer disease?

• A)Muscle weakness and vision changes
• B)Tremors,muscle rigidity,and abnormal gait
• C)Confusion and difficulty with communication
• D)Involuntary muscle spasms and confusion

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Body Mass Index (BMI)

An estimate of obesity determined by body weight and height.

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A condition characterized by excessive body fat accumulation that presents a risk to health, typically defined by a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or higher.

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The act of consuming food in quantities greater than the energy expenditure of the individual, often leading to weight gain and potential health issues.

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