A client diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease (AD) can no longer ambulate, does not recognize family members, and communicates with agitated behaviors and incoherent moaning. The nurse recognizes these symptoms as indicative of which stage of the illness?

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Stage 7: Very Severe Cognitive Decline is characterized by a loss of ability to communicate coherently, inability to ambulate, and failure to recognize loved ones. These symptoms are indicative of advanced-stage AD.

A Client Diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease (AD) Can No Longer