Mary is caring for her father who has advanced Alzheimer's disease.Mary comments to her sister Julie on the phone that she has to go,it's "that time of day," implying that her father's cognitive disturbance is particularly severe at the moment.What time of day is it?

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Sundowning, a common symptom in Alzheimer's patients, refers to an increase in confusion and agitation in the late afternoon and evening. Therefore, it is likely that Mary's comment about "that time of day" refers to the evening.

Mary Is Caring for Her Father Who Has Advanced Alzheimer's