Donna is 80 years old, and recent tests have showed declines in memory and executive functioning. In addition, Donna's children recently convinced her to move from her apartment to an assisted living facility because they didn't feel Donna could care for herself anymore. Donna's symptoms are MOST consistent with which DSM-5 disorder?

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Donna's symptoms of declines in memory and executive functioning, as well as needing assistance with daily living, are characteristic of a major neurocognitive disorder, formerly known as dementia. While Alzheimer's disease is a common cause of major neurocognitive disorder, the DSM-5 no longer includes subtypes such as early-onset Alzheimer's disease. Huntington's chorea is a genetic disorder that typically presents with motor symptoms and cognitive decline, but it usually has an earlier onset and more rapid progression than what is described in the scenario. Therefore, the most appropriate choice is C - major neurocognitive disorder.

Donna Is 80 Years Old, and Recent Tests Have Showed