Reagan's Presidency
What event caused Ronald Reagan to shift from liberal to conservative views?
A. His time as governor of California
B. His role in 53 films
C. His military service in World War II
D. His time as president of the Screen Actors Guild and opposition to communism in film
Alzheimer’s disease is characterized by the following: (Select all that apply)
A. Beta-amyloid plaques
B. Neurofibrillary tangles
C. Overactive microglia cells
D. Excessive cortical CAT (choline acetyltransferase) production
E. Deficiency of acetylcholine
Which of the following are recommended actions for preventing Alzheimer’s disease? (Select all that apply)
A. Getting adequate sleep each night
B. Engaging in regular physical activity
C. Avoiding social interactions
D. Engaging in cognitive activities such as puzzles and reading
E. Following a heart-healthy diet such as the Mediterranean diet
F. Smoking to reduce stress levels
Fill in the blank: Mutations in Amyloid Precursor Protein (APP) and enzyme dysfunction contribute to the early onset of Alzheimer’s disease and the deposition of __________.
A. Tau proteins
B. B-secretase
C. Y-secretase
D. Beta-amyloid
What is the primary neurotransmitter that is deficient in Alzheimer’s disease, contributing to cognitive decline?
A. Serotonin
B. Dopamine
C. Acetylcholine
D. Glutamate
Which of the following are symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease in the middle stage? (Select all that apply)
A. Worsening memory and difficulty performing ADLs
B. Severe cognitive decline
C. Behavioral changes and sleep disturbances
D. Nonverbal communication
E. Disorientation