1. What is the best definition of dementia? It is a polite way of saying "crazy". Any loss of memory. A medical condition that results in the loss of mental facilities, including memory, language use and judgement. Any mental illness in an elderly person.

2. Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia. Which of the following is NOT true of Alzheimer's disease? It is often accompanied by depression in the early stages. Plaques are found on brain cells in post-mortem exams. It is characterized by a sudden onset. Patients may require total nursing care in the final stages.

3. Which of the following is NOT a cause of dementia? Boxing "Mini" brain strokes Bipolar disorder Alcoholism

4. In dementia, the loss of long-term memory generally precedes the loss of short-term memory. True False

5. Which of these professionals is able to diagnose dementia? Gerontologist Family doctor Any of these can diagnose dementia Geriatric psychiatrist

6. Which of the following would not be useful in diagnosing dementia? Skull x-ray Mini mental exam MRI exam Medical history

7. What living arrangement is best for a person with dementia? Living at home with paid caretaker Nursing home It depends on the patient's condition and the family's ability and resources Living at home with family members as caretakers

8. Which of the following is not important in choosing a nursing home? Competent nursing staff Good evaluation from health department or other licensing organization Appropriate activity program Elegant decor

9. You are visiting your elderly aunt, who you know suffers from Alzheimer's disease. What would be the best way to greet her? Hi, Aunt Selma, I'm Phil, your sister Laura's oldest son. Hi, Aunt Selma. Let's see if you know who I am. Bet you don't recognize me! There is no point in greeting her, since she doesn't understand anything, anyway.

10. There is medication available that slows down the course of some dementias. True False