Which statement best explains the etiology of amyloid plaques?

The nurse is assisting a patient with dementia to the bathroom. Which communication example is most appropriate for the nurse to use with this patient?

"The bathroom is right here." Point to the bathroom and repeat the message if needed.

Which genetic mutations are associated with the early onset of AD?

APP on chromosome 21 Presenlin-1 on chromosome 14 Chromosome 1 change that leads to the production of presenting-2 on chromosome 1

Which statement best explains the etiology of amyloid plaques?

Amyloid plaques form outside and between neurons.

Which diagnostic test is useful in diagnosing vascular diseases of the brain?

Computed tomography scanning

Which tool is most helpful in identifying specific stages of dementia?

Functional Assessment Staging Tool

Which factor has been shown to contribute to early-onset AD?

Inherited mutated gene

Which is the only FDA-approved medication for Alzheimer's disease that is not an AchE inhibitor?

Memantine

Which nursing intervention supports the patient with dementia in achieving the highest level of independence and function possible?

Providing a consistent and predictable schedule

Which nursing diagnosis for the patient with dementia requires the nurse's immediate attention?

Risk for Aspiration

Which disease process is responsible for the sudden onset of dementia symptoms?

Vascular dementia