Discuss the significance of cognitive deficits in diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease and how they relate to other symptoms like aphasia, apraxia, and agnosia.
A. Cognitive deficits are unrelated to other symptoms.
B. Cognitive deficits are the primary diagnostic criteria and are often accompanied by symptoms like aphasia, apraxia, and agnosia.
C. Cognitive deficits are less important than physical symptoms.
D. Cognitive deficits are only present in the early stages.
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Strategize a plan for managing the progression of Alzheimer’s disease in a patient diagnosed with early onset.
A. Focus solely on physical therapy.
B. Implement a comprehensive approach including cognitive therapy, emotional support, and physical care.
C. Ignore cognitive symptoms and focus on medication.
D. Wait for symptoms to worsen before taking action.
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