Everything Dementia
This is defined as the loss of cognitive function that interferes with daily life and activities.
Dementia
What are the three stages that describe AD?
Mild, moderate, and severe.
Terminology:
Define Endocarditis.
Endo- Inner, Cardi- Heart, Itis - Inflammation
Inflammation of the inner part of the heart.
Terminology:
Define Dementia.
De - From
Mentia- Mind
Usually, symptoms for AD first appear after what age?
60
What is the proper order to don and doff PPE?
Don: Gown, Mask, Gloves
Doff: Gloves, Gown, Mask
List the 4 main symptoms of Parkinson's.
Tremors, muscle stiffness, slowness of movement, and impaired balance and coordination.
What is the classic sign of AD?
Gradual loss of SHORT TERM memory.
This is defined as a state of sudden, severe confusion, and rapid changes in the brain.
Delirium
What are the three main types of Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease?
Sporadic, Familial, and Acquired
About how many Americans with AD are women?
Almost two-thirds!
What does CPR stand for?
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
What dementia subtype is associated with abnormal deposits of a protein called Alpha-Synuclein in the brain?
Lewey Body Dementia
What is AD named after, what year was it discovered, and what was the patient's name that helped the discovery of AD?
Named after Dr. Alois Alzheimer, discovered in 1906, found in patient Auguste Deter
What does NATCEP stand for?
Nursing assistant training and competency evaluation program.