After one week of continuous mental confusion, an older African American client is admitted with a preliminary diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease (AD). What should cause the nurse to question this diagnosis?

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Alzheimer's disease (AD) typically has a gradual onset and progressive worsening of symptoms over time, rather than developing suddenly or over a short period such as one week. This characteristic makes the sudden onset of symptoms a reason to question a preliminary diagnosis of AD.

After One Week of Continuous Mental Confusion, an Older African