An 80-year-old patient is exhibiting signs of dementia representative of Alzheimer disease (AD).The nurse supports that possibility when determining that the patient:
A)experienced a gastric resection several years ago.
B)traveled often to third world countries.
C)was employed as a steelworker for 40 years.
D)has a history of viral encephalitis.

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Viral illness such as herpes zoster,herpes simplex,or viral encephalitis is believed to be a possible risk factor for AD.However,advancing age is the primary risk factor.The other options are not related.

An 80-Year-Old Patient Is Exhibiting Signs of Dementia Representative of Alzheimer