The 55-year-old-daughter of a client with late-stage Alzheimer's disease mentions to the nurse that
she is concerned that she, too, will have dementia develop. The response that provides accurate
information is
a. "Put aside your worries and make the most of the years you have. You will be
symptom free for at least another 20 years.".
b. "Statistics show that relatives of people with Alzheimer's disease are predisposed
to the disease, but the risk is not universal.".
c. "You might wish to have genetic testing, because the APOE gene analysis can
predict development of late-onset symptoms.".
d. "Talk with your doctor. Evidence is conclusive that people who take statin drugs
and nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs can significantly lower their risk."
B
Actually, little is known of the genetic and nongenetic risk factors for Alzheimer's disease. Even
though relatives of clients with Alzheimer's disease are more likely to develop the disease than the
general population, no etiologic hypotheses have been proven. Option A may not be a true
statement. Option C is untrue. Option D has not been conclusively proven.
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