Which characteristics are most likely to be present in the patient with dementia?
a. Forgets things relatively quickly and is usually unable to learn new things
b. Can remember new tasks but will forget any previously taught tasks
c. Cannot learn new information but will probably remember anything you ask about the past
d. Responds well to reality orientation and needs to have a flexible schedule
A
Keeping in mind the following two important concepts when taking care of patients with demen-tia is helpful: (1) they usually forget things relatively quickly, and (2) they are usually unable to learn new things.
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