An older adult who recently learned that his last surviving sibling has died refuses to take medication and is fearful of allowing anyone other than a specific staff member to assist with bathing and dressing.The patient is exhibiting signs of:

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Paranoia,a classic organized and complicated delusional system that is rare in older adults,can be caused by sensory deprivation or loss,medications,social isolation,delirium,depression,and dementia.The older adult with a paranoid personality will exhibit withdrawal,aloofness,fearfulness,oversensitivity,or secretiveness.

An Older Adult Who Recently Learned That His Last Surviving