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6 years ago
A 75-year-old man finds that he continually misplaces items he uses every day. In addition, his wife becomes annoyed when he asks the same question several times because he does not remember the answer.
 
  What advice is the most appropriate for his health care provider to give him? a. These symptoms are a normal part of aging and he should accept it.
  b. He has Alzheimer's disease, and nothing can be done to help him.
  c. Further assessment is needed to determine the cause of these symptoms.
  d. Admission to a nursing home for more intensive care is needed.
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Multiple factors influence how one ages mentally. Culture, education, general health, genetics, and living conditions all have an influence on one's cognitive (intellectual) abilities. We all age individually, but one thing is certain: confusion is not normal. Although it most often occurs in older adults, individuals of any age can become confused. No matter what the age, confusion demands investigation.
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