ACC Alzheimer's Disease Stages & Symptoms 2

Question 1

During which stage of Alzheimer's disease does a person typically first require assistance with daily activities like bathing and dressing?

Accepted Answer

Moderate (middle) stage

Answer

In the moderate stage, cognitive and functional decline becomes significant enough that the person needs help with ADLs such as bathing and dressing.

Question 2

Which behavioral symptom commonly emerges in the moderate stage of Alzheimer's and involves walking without a clear destination?

Accepted Answer

Wandering

Answer

Wandering is a hallmark behavioral symptom of the moderate Alzheimer's stage and poses significant safety risks.

Question 3

A person with late-stage Alzheimer's loses the ability to recognize close family members. What is the clinical term for this symptom?

Accepted Answer

Agnosia

Answer

Agnosia is the inability to recognize familiar people, objects, or places, and is common in severe Alzheimer's disease.

Question 4

In the severe stage of Alzheimer's disease, which physical change is most characteristic?

Accepted Answer

Loss of bladder and bowel control

Answer

Loss of bladder and bowel control (incontinence) is a characteristic physical change in severe-stage Alzheimer's disease.

Question 5

Which stage of Alzheimer's disease is characterized by subtle memory lapses that do not yet interfere significantly with daily functioning?

Accepted Answer

Mild (early) stage

Answer

The mild or early stage features subtle changes in memory and cognition that may not yet disrupt everyday functioning.

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