A patient diagnosed with vascular dementia gets more confused, agitated, and anxious in the evening. This behavior represents:

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The sundown syndrome is the name given to behavior that occurs late in the afternoon or early evening when a patient with dementia becomes more confused. It is sometimes called "sundowning." Moonlighting refers to working a second job. Differentiating refers to making distinctions between or among things. Misinterpreting refers to incorrectly perceiving the environment.

A Patient Diagnosed with Vascular Dementia Gets More Confused, Agitated