Asked by Ashley Chavez on Jun 14, 2024
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A cerebrovascular accident may be called all of the following except:
A) sundowning.
B) stroke.
C) CVA.
D) brain attack.
Sundowning
A phenomenon commonly observed in people with dementia or Alzheimer's disease, characterized by increased confusion, agitation, and restlessness during the late afternoon and evening.
Cerebrovascular Accident
Also known as a stroke, it's a sudden interruption of blood supply to a part of the brain, causing loss of neurological function.
- Become familiar with the terms linked to the nervous system, involving disorders, architectures, and utilities.
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Christian MarbellaJun 21, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Sundowning is a term used to describe a symptom common in elderly patients with dementia, characterized by confusion and restlessness in the late afternoon and evening. It is not a term used to describe a cerebrovascular accident.
Learning Objectives
- Become familiar with the terms linked to the nervous system, involving disorders, architectures, and utilities.