After Mr. Khalil's 85th birthday he began to experience difficulties that appeared to be characteristic of delirium. His psychologist is careful about making a diagnosis, as she realizes that a diagnosisof delirium in the elderly is difficult
A. since the majority of assessment techniques that are used to make such a diagnosis were designed primarily for use with children.
B. since the DSM-IV criteria are so rigid that many people with the disorder do not get properly diagnosed.
C. due to the combination of medical illnesses and medications used to treat illnesses within the elderly population.
D. all of the above
C. due to the combination of medical illnesses and medications used to treat illnesses within the elderly population.
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A. the residents themselves B. mental health professionals C. trained paraprofessionals D. community activists
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a. personality traits; observable behaviors b. observable behaviors; personality traits c. clinical judgments; objective test scores d. medical criteria; psychological assessments
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.