The nurse is caring for a client recently diagnosed with Alzheimer dementia. Which assessment finding would cause the client to question this diagnosis?
A) Sudden onset of confusion
B) Short-term memory loss
C) Increased agitation at sundown
D) Inattention to ADLs

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People with Alzheimer dementia experience a gradual decline in all cognitive processes. A sudden onset of confusion would not be suggestive of Alzheimer's. Increased agitation at sundown and inattention to ADLs are both symptoms of Alzheimer dementia.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Recently Diagnosed with Alzheimer