An older adult client diagnosed with dementia manifests an inability to recognize objects or persons via auditory, visual, sensory, or tactile sensations. Which is the correct term for this condition?

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Agnosia is the correct term for the condition where an individual is unable to recognize objects, persons, sounds, shapes, or smells, despite having intact sensory faculties. This condition is often seen in individuals with dementia or those who have suffered brain damage.

An Older Adult Client Diagnosed with Dementia Manifests an Inability