Alzheimer's Disease Quiz Questions

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A multiple choice quiz on Alzheimer's Disease and caring for patients with this disease.

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1.

5. Name five symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and briefly describe each one.
2.

7. Name three things that a caretaker can do to make communication with Alzheimer's patients better.
3.

8. For the family taking care of the Alzheimer patient at home, name three safety precautions that should be taken.
4.

What is reality orientation in Alzheimer's disease treatment?
5.

1. The usual span of years that Alzheimer's may progress in the patient is:
- A.
  
  Three to five years
- B.
  
  Two to twenty years
- C.
  
  Fifty to sixty years
- D.
  
  6 months to one year
- E.
  
  Eight to ten years
6.

2. Alzheimer's is an INSIDIOUS disease. This means:
- A.
  
  That it is terminal
- B.
  
  That is can be cured
- C.
  
  That it sneaks up on a person over time
- D.
  
  That it only affects the elderly
- E.
  
  None of the above
7.

3. The symptom of dementia that involved a more confused state after dark is called:
- A.
  
  Dark retreat
- B.
  
  Sundowning
- C.
  
  Agitation
- D.
  
  Dark reaction
8.

4. Scientists believe that _________________ develop in the brain of an Alzheimer's patient, and may be a cause of the disease.
- A.
  
  Cholesterols
- B.
  
  Tumors
- C.
  
  Ruptured blood vessels
- D.
  
  Plaques and tangles
9.

A patient with Stage One Alzheimers might exhibit these behaviors:
- A.
  
  Forgetting names
- B.
  
  Missing appointments
- C.
  
  Getting lost while driving
- D.
  
  All of the above
- E.
  
  None of the above

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