While the older African-American is at the highest risk for developing Alzheimer's disease, the nurse demonstrates an understanding of this disease process's risk factors when assessing this population's:
a. Weight and elimination patterns
b. Heart rate and capillary refill status
c. Blood pressure and glucose serum levels
d. Muscle strength and reflex times
ANS: C
African-Americans are about twice as likely to have AD as whites. The higher incidence of hypertension and diabetes in these populations may increase the risk of AD. There is no current research to support a relationship between the other options and the development of AD.
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