Sunday, February 2, 2014

NCLEX Question for intellectual functioning

NCLEX Review Question

Which of the following states is characterized by a decline in intellectual functioning?

a.Dementia
b.Depression
c.Delirium
d.Delusion

Correct Answer: A
Dementia
Rationale: Dementia is an acquired syndrome in which progressive deterioration in global intellectual abilities is of such severity that it interferes with the person's customary occupational and social performance.

Depression
Rationale: Depression is a mood disorder that disrupts quality of life.

Delirium
Rationale: Delirium is often called acute confusional state.

Delusion
Rationale: Delusion is a symptom of psychoses.

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