Mental health and dementiaQuestion 739 of 1700
A resident with early dementia often loses her purse and cannot pay bills. Which statement is correct?
- Normal signs of aging in every older adult
- Signs of reduced thinking ability that affect daily life
- Signs of a short-term mood problem only
- Signs of delirium and nothing else
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Correct answer: Signs of reduced thinking ability that affect daily life
The book lists these as signs of decreased thinking abilities.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 10.5: Caring for Clients With Dementia
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026