Which Statement Accurately Differentiates NCD from Pseudodementia (Depression)

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which statement accurately differentiates NCD from pseudodementia (depression) ?

• A) NCD has a rapid onset, whereas pseudodementia does not.
• B) NCD symptoms include disorientation to time and place, and pseudodementia does not.
• C) NCD symptoms improve as the day progresses, but symptoms of pseudodementia worsen.
• D) NCD causes decreased appetite, whereas pseudodementia does not.

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Definitions:

Cholesterol

A waxy substance found in the blood and in all your cells, which is vital for producing hormones, vitamin D, and bile for digestion.

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The flowing blood within the circulatory system of the body.

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A molecule consisting of protein and fat, which transports fats in the blood and lymphatic system.

ECG

Electrocardiogram, a test that records the electrical activity of the heart to detect heart problems.