An Older Client Is Being Evaluated for Delirium

question 13

Multiple Choice

An older client is being evaluated for delirium. Of the following, which is not a manifestation typically used to make a diagnosis of this disorder?

• A) Unable to physically swallow when asked to
• B) Unable to remember who visited earlier in the day
• C) Unable to sleep at night, but able to sleep through the day
• D) Unable to maintain attention

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Definitions:

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