Which client exhibits signs and symptoms of delirium and not dementia or depression?
a. The onset is sudden and acute.
b. The cognitive changes are hidden by client.
c. The client demonstrates apathetic demeanor or flat affect.
d. The client's ability to perform ADLs is intact.
A
Cognitive changes which that occur with delirium are sudden in nature. A client with dementia may attempt to hide cognitive changes in the early stages, and they are able to perform ADLs in the early stage as well. Clients suffering from depression often display apathy or a flat affect.
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