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What is the priority need for a patient with late-stage dementia?


Definitions:

Amygdala

A region of the brain that is involved in experiencing emotions, particularly fear, and storing emotional memories.

Reticular Formation

A network of neurons in the brainstem that is involved in regulating wakefulness, sleep, and attention.

Levels of Alertness

The varying degrees of cognitive awareness and responsiveness to the environment, ranging from high alertness to drowsiness.

Emotional Regulation

The ability to manage and respond to an emotional experience in an adaptive and appropriate manner.

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