A client with a history of atrial fibrillation has a stroke, and vascular dementia (multi infarct dementia) is diagnosed. In a comparison of assessment findings in clients with vascular dementia and dementia of the Alzheimer type, which factor is unique to vascular dementia?

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A client with a history of atrial fibrillation has a stroke, and vascular dementia (multi infarct dementia) is diagnosed. In a comparison of assessment findings in clients with vascular dementia and dementia of the Alzheimer type, which factor is unique to vascular dementia?

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Renee Hensley · Answer 1

Abrupt onset of the symptoms

Explanation:

Vascular dementia is a problem related to a brain that is reasoning, judgment, planning, and memory. Vascular dementia occurs after stroke or blockage in the artery.

Symptoms of vascular dementia:

There is a problem in paying attention and concentration on the task. The confusing state To reduce the ability to organize things orderly Patient get restless and agitated The problem occurs with memory Gait problem occurred Depression and apathy

Cause of vascular dementia:

Blocking of the brain artery Chronically damaged brain vessels