The nurse is preparing education for a caregiver of a patient with Alzheimer's disease. Which information should the nurse include in the teaching? Select all that apply.
A. Glutamergic inhibitors are the most common class of drugs for treating Alzheimer's disease.
B. Depression and aggressive behavior are common with the disease.
C. Memory difficulties are an early symptom of the disease.
D. Chronic inflammation of the brain can be a causative actor in the condition.
E. Pharmacologic therapies are given to help improve memory in Alzheimer's disease.
Ans:
B. Depression and aggressive behavior are common with the disease.
C. Memory difficulties are an early symptom of the disease.
D. Chronic inflammation of the brain can be a causative actor in the condition.
E. Pharmacologic therapies are given to help improve memory in Alzheimer's disease.
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