Question One: True or false, a blood test can be used to diagnose Alzheimer's disease? True False Question Two: Cholinesterase Inhibitors are a classification of drugs used to treat Alzheimer's disease. Which of the following will not result from this medication (known as Aricept, Exelon or Razadyne)? A. keep the individual in an earlier stage of Alzheimer's disease for a longer period of time B. help the individual maintain cognitive function for a longer period of time C. cure Alzheimer's disease D. delay the need for nursing home care Question Three: While most individuals tolerate the Cholinesterase Inhibitors well, which side effects may occur? A. hallucinations B. nausea, vomiting, excess gas, diarrhea C. joint pain D. hearing loss Question Four: True or false, Namenda is a medication used for treatment of Alzheimer's disease in the very early stages? True False Question Five: Vitamin E is sometimes used as a treatment for those with memory problems. However, why should one always discuss use of Vitamin E with a doctor? A. Vitamin E can cause problems with balance B. Vitamin E causes weight gain C. Vitamin E can cause severe nightmares D. Vitamin E works as a blood thinner and high doses may cause hemorrhaging How did you do?
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A. keep the individual in an earlier stage of Alzheimer's disease for a longer period of time B. help the individual maintain cognitive function for a longer period of time C. cure Alzheimer's disease D. delay the need for nursing home care
A. hallucinations B. nausea, vomiting, excess gas, diarrhea C. joint pain D. hearing loss
A. Vitamin E can cause problems with balance B. Vitamin E causes weight gain C. Vitamin E can cause severe nightmares D. Vitamin E works as a blood thinner and high doses may cause hemorrhaging
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