Neurocognitive Disorder due Vascular Disease:

A) Typically demonstrates a stepwise pattern of deterioration (i.e., functioning plateaus for a period of time and then abruptly declines)
B) Can be reversed if the underlying medical condition(s) causing the neurocognitive disorder is treated
C) Typically demonstrates a slow, steady decline in cognitive functioning
D) Is often treated with second-generation neuroleptic medications as a first-line intervention.

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Marqez Steele · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  Neurocognitive Disorder due to Vascular Disease often shows a stepwise deterioration pattern, where cognitive function remains stable for a time before suddenly worsening, reflecting the episodic nature of vascular events like strokes.

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