Dementia is characterized by:
A)deficits in attention and coherence of thought.
B)easy distractibility and poor concentration.
C)loss of recent and remote memory.
D)irritability, agitation, and restlessness.

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Memory is the most common cognitive ability lost but the dementias are all characterized by reduction in cognitive functions (intellectual function). Mental abilities are impaired, with a decrease in orienting, recent memory, remote memory, language, executive attentional functions, and alterations in behavior.

Dementia Is Characterized By