A group of nursing students are reviewing the stages of AD. They demonstrate understanding of the information when they identify which of the following as characteristic of preclinical AD?
A) Client's changes in thinking are readily evident to family members.
B) The client may exhibit moderate levels of anxiety.
C) The ability to function is significantly limited.
D) There are no cognitive changes noted.
Ans: D
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Preclinical AD is characterized by no changes in cognitive or functional ability. With mild cognitive impairment, the changes in thinking are noticeable to the client and family members, and the person may experience mild to moderate anxiety. In dementia due to AD, memory, thinking, and behavior limit the person's ability to function.
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