Parker's Wife Has Been Showing Periodic Lapses in Attention and Recent

question 268

Multiple Choice

Parker's wife has been showing periodic lapses in attention and recent forgetfulness.When they discuss it with her doctor,he says that it sounds like the initial stages of Alzheimer's disease,but that he can't be sure.Parker asks him to do whatever tests are necessary to get a confirmed diagnosis.What is the doctor likely to say?

• A) The test is not very accurate.
• B) The results won't be available for up to a year.
• C) A clear diagnosis can only be given after death.
• D) The tests are very painful.

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