The family of your patient is concerned over the changes in their mother's behavior. It appears that she has increased confusion, increased anxiety, and an inability to sleep. You suspect the following
a. Adverse drug reaction or toxicity
b. Urinary tract infections
c. Acute brain problem
d. All of the above
D
Symptoms of acute brain disorders, urinary tract infections, and adverse drug reactions are so similar that they are easily confused, and each should be ruled out.
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