Which of the following statements accurately characterizes dementia? The disease is

A) Equivalent to organic brain syndrome
B) A result of the normal aging process
C) Reversible with early diagnosis and treatment
D) Irreversible with gradual cognitive decline


Ans: D

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a. Obesity b. Fluid retention c. Eye infection d. Hypervitaminosis

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Exercise is an essential element of peripheral arterial disease management primarily because

A. It encourages weight loss, as being overweight is a contributing factor to PAD B. Evidence shows exercise reduces smoking C. Collateral vessels are strengthened D. It improves aerobic capacity

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A food that is restricted in patients who are receiving hemodialysis because it is high in phosphorus is

a. banana. b. potato. c. egg. d. milk.

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In shared governance, which model is based on utilization of councils and subcommittees?

A) Administrative model B) Congressional model C) Councilor model D) Shared model

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