Which nursing diagnoses are most applicable for a patient diagnosed with severe late stage Alzheimer's disease? (Select all that apply.)
A) Acute confusion
B) Anticipatory grieving
C) Urinary incontinence
D) Disturbed sleep pattern
E) Risk for caregiver role strain

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The correct answers are consistent with problems frequently identified for patients with late-stage Alzheimer's disease. Confusion is chronic, not acute. The patient's cognition is too impaired to grieve.

Which Nursing Diagnoses Are Most Applicable for a Patient Diagnosed