Which of the following disease processes do not have dementia as a major symptom?
a. Alzheimer's disease
b. Impaired blood flow to the brain
c. Head injuries
d. Congestive heart disease
D
Alzheimer's disease, impaired cerebral circulation, and head trauma all have the potential for associated dementia because of damage to brain tissue. Congestive heart disease relates to the condition of the heart muscle, and unless there is an accompanying decrease in the ability of the heart to get blood to the brain, confusion is not a major symptom. Response D is the correct answer.
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