A 70-year-old woman has been brought to the emergency department by her daughter who noticed the woman is weak, confused, and forgetful in recent months, along with uncoordinated movements and visual disturbances at times
Which of the following questions by the physician are most likely to address her probable diagnosis? Select all that apply.
A)
"What medications is your mother currently taking?"
B)
"Does your mother drink alcohol?"
C)
"Does your mother have a history of stroke?"
D)
"Is your mother facing significant stressors right now?"
E)
"Is your mother lonely?"
Ans:
A, B
Feedback:
The client's symptoms are characteristic of Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, which is associated with alcohol abuse. Medications can cause numerous cognitive and motor disturbances in elderly clients. Prior CVA and stress are less likely to contribute to her symptomatology.
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