The Family of an Older Adult Client Is Informed That

question 13

Multiple Choice

The family of an older adult client is informed that the client has delirium.Which statement indicates that the family understands the diagnosis?

• A) "Dad has always been so independent. He's lived alone for years since my mom died."
• B) "The changes in his behavior came on so quickly. He was fine when he woke up but didn't know the year or where he was by lunch time."
• C) "Dad has been becoming increasingly forgetful over the last several months."
• D) "Maybe it's just caused by aging. This usually happens when people get older."

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