Which of the following statements regarding delirium and dementia is correct?

A. Delirium is caused by a progressive disease.
B. Delirium is an acute change in mentation.
C. Dementia is caused by an acute condition.
D. Alzheimer disease is a form of delirium.


Ans: B. Delirium is an acute change in mentation.

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