Mental health and dementiaQuestion 743 of 1700
A resident sees a comb but does not know what it is, though her senses work. What is this called?
- Apraxia
- Perseverating
- Wandering
- Agnosia
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Correct answer: Agnosia
Agnosia is failure to recognize objects despite intact sensory function.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 10.5: Caring for Clients With Dementia
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026