A patient with stage 3 Alzheimer's disease tires easily and prefers to stay home rather than attend social activities.The spouse does the grocery shopping because the patient cannot remember what to buy.Which nursing diagnosis applies at this time?

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Memory impairment begins at stage 2 and progresses in stage 3.This patient is able to perform most self-care activities.Caregiver role strain and adult failure to thrive occur later.

A Patient with Stage 3 Alzheimer's Disease Tires Easily and Prefers