3: Clinical aspects of dementia

Question 1

Dementia is a (localised / global) decline in cognitive function.

Answer 1

global decline in cognitive function

Question 2

Before you can diagnose dementia, you must rule out ___ causes of cognitive impairment.

Answer 2

reversible

Question 3

Which imaging modalities would you use for

a) ?dementia in an older person
b) cognitive impairment in a young person, rapid onset or just dodgy-sounding
c) ?frontotemporal dementia
d) ?DWLB?

Answer 3

a) CT

b) MRI

c) SPECT scan

d) DaT scan

Question 4

Who are some AHPs who can help in the management of dementia patients?

Answer 4

Nurses

OTs

Physiotherapists

SLTs

Dieticians

Question 5

What are some medications which can be used for symptomatic treatment of Alzheimer’s disease?

Answer 5

Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors - rivastigmine, donepezil

Memantine