Because delirium and dementia can present in a similar manner, an important part of the assessment process of an elderly patient with an altered mental status is to:
A. give 50% dextrose to rule out hypoglycemia.
B. assume that dementia is the underlying cause.
C. obtain a list of the patient's current medications.
D. ascertain the patient's baseline mental status.
Ans: D. ascertain the patient's baseline mental status.
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