Alzheimer's Disease & Dementia vs Delirium - Psychiatric Mental Health

Max points: 5 Type: Mental Disorder Explainer

This video explains Alzheimer's disease, its stages, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and nursing care strategies. It also highlights key differences between dementia and delirium. Helpful for nursing students, it includes safety tips, structured care guidelines, and a short quiz to reinforce essential knowledge.

Channel: Level Up RN Duration: 0:07:42

Questions

1. Which stage of Alzheimer's disease is associated with patients becoming bedridden and developing dysphagia?

Moderate stage Early stage Late stage Prodromal stage

2. Which home safety modification is especially emphasized in nursing school exams for patients with Alzheimer's disease?

Installation of baby gates Placing mirrors in hallways Removal of scatter rugs Use of night lamps

3. What is the main difference between dementia and delirium regarding onset?

Dementia is gradual, delirium is sudden Both have gradual onset Both have sudden onset Dementia has sudden onset, delirium is gradual

4. Which symptom is defined as the creation of false memories to fill in memory gaps in Alzheimer's disease?

Perseveration Disorientation Confabulation Sundowning

5. Donepezil is used in Alzheimer's disease primarily to:

Restore motor skills Cure the disease Prevent wandering Improve cognition

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