Which statement by an adult child concerning the behaviors of their parent supports the diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease?
a. "Mom forgot to pay her utility bills last month."
b. "Mom isn't as interested in keeping a neat house as she was."
c. "Mom doesn't seem interested in going out with friends anymore."
d. "Mom refuses to stop driving even though her reaction time is very slow."
ANS: A
Increased forgetfulness, particularly that involving former routine activities (such as bill pay-ing), is symptomatic of Alzheimer's disease. The other options do not indicate cognitive def-icit.
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