A Patient Is Worried About the Risk of Developing Alzheimer's

question 10

Multiple Choice

A patient is worried about the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease,because both parents had the disease. The nurse will tell this patient that known risk factors include what? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Advanced age
• B) Alcoholism
• C) Family history
• D) Gender
• E) Obesity

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Definitions:

Sons of Alcoholics

Individuals who have at least one parent with alcoholism, potentially impacting their psychological and emotional development.

Stress Relief

Techniques or activities designed to reduce stress and its negative impacts on one’s physical and mental health.

Stress Reduction

Strategies or techniques used to decrease stress levels in individuals.

Vulnerable to Alcoholism

A higher susceptibility or likelihood of developing alcoholism based on genetic, psychological, or environmental factors.