CHNs Who Work with Older Adults Who Have Cognitive Impairment

question 12

Multiple Choice

CHNs who work with older adults who have cognitive impairment and their caregivers should be aware of the difference between depression, delirium, and dementia, in order to identify the health concern accurately and intervene accordingly. What description relates specifically to dementia?

• A) Dementia is a mood disorder.
• B) Dementia is acute confusion.
• C) Dementia means forgetfulness.
• D) Dementia is progressive intellectual impairment.

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Definitions:

Mental Disorder

a broad category of conditions that affect mood, thinking, and behavior, significantly impacting daily living, relationships, and physical health.

Genetically Inherited

Traits or characteristics passed down from parents to offspring through genes.

Diathesis

A predisposition or vulnerability to developing a psychological disorder based on genetic or environmental factors.

Genetic Risk

Genetic risk refers to the probability of an individual developing a disease or condition based on the genes inherited from their parents.