An older adult suddenly develops urinary incontinence. A family member says the patient "started walking oddly, like stepping on a sticky floor." Which problem would the nurse suspect?
a. Pick's disease
b. Parkinson's disease
c. HD
d. Normal-pressure hydrocephalus (NPH)
D
The classic triad of symptoms associated with NPH is urinary incontinence, ataxic gait, and dementia. Early dementia might be manifested by impairment in activities of daily living, dulling of personality, and lack of motivation. NPH is treatable with ventro-peritoneal shunting.
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Some alcohol withdrawal symptoms can last for up to several ______.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).