Impaired Consciousness and Cognition During the Course of Several Hours

question 128

Multiple Choice

Impaired consciousness and cognition during the course of several hours or days is characteristic of

• A)delirium.
• B)major neurocognitive disorder.
• C)Alzheimer's.
• D)amnestic disorder.

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Definitions:

Photosynthetic Pathway

The series of chemical reactions by which plants, algae, and some bacteria convert sunlight into chemical energy.

Hydrogen Ions

Positively charged ion (H+) formed when a hydrogen atom loses its electron, playing a critical role in acid-base balance and cellular metabolism.

Oxygen

A chemical element with symbol O and atomic number 8, essential for aerobic respiration in most living organisms.

ATP

Adenosine triphosphate, a molecule that carries energy within cells, being essential for a multitude of cellular processes.