Which of the Following Is True Concerning Vascular Dementia

question 133

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true concerning vascular dementia?

• A) Vascular dementia can occur only after a single small stroke
• B) Vascular dementia can occur only after one large stroke
• C) Vascular dementia can occur after an accumulation of small strokes
• D) Vascular dementia can occur after one large stroke or an accumulation of small strokes

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Definitions:

Appetite Hormones

Biological substances that influence appetite and food intake, such as ghrelin and leptin, playing crucial roles in hunger and satiety signals.

Hypothalamus

A small region of the brain located at the base, crucial for hormone production and regulation of essential bodily functions including temperature, thirst, and hunger.

Ghrelin

A hormone produced mainly by the stomach that stimulates appetite and promotes food intake.

Pancreas

An organ in the abdomen involved in the digestion process and the regulation of blood sugar levels by producing enzymes and hormones like insulin.