ACC Alzheimer's Disease Stages & Symptoms 3

Question 1

What does the term 'aphasia' mean in the context of Alzheimer's disease symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Difficulty with language and communication

Answer

Aphasia refers to impairment in language abilities, including difficulty speaking, understanding, reading, and writing.

Question 2

Which of the following is a typical early warning sign of Alzheimer's disease that distinguishes it from normal aging?

Accepted Answer

Getting lost in a familiar neighborhood

Answer

Getting lost in a familiar neighborhood represents significant disorientation that goes beyond normal aging and is a warning sign of Alzheimer's.

Question 3

The GDS (Global Deterioration Scale) is used to stage Alzheimer's. How many stages does this scale include?

Accepted Answer

7

Answer

The Global Deterioration Scale (GDS) developed by Dr. Barry Reisberg has 7 stages, from no cognitive impairment to very severe cognitive decline.

Question 4

A person with Alzheimer's repeatedly asks the same question every few minutes despite being answered each time. This is an example of which symptom?

Accepted Answer

Perseveration

Answer

Perseveration involves repeating the same words, questions, or actions continuously, which is common in Alzheimer's disease.

Question 5

In which stage of Alzheimer's disease does a person typically become unable to walk independently?

Accepted Answer

Severe (late) stage

Answer

In the severe or late stage of Alzheimer's, motor abilities decline to the point where the person can no longer walk without assistance or at all.

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