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A client diagnosed recently with Alzheimer's disease (AD) is prescribed donepezil (Aricept). The client's spouse inquires, "How does this work? Will this cure him?" Which response by the nurse is appropriate? - This medication delays the destruction of acetylcholine, a chemical in the brain necessary for memory processes. Although most effective in the early stages, it serves to delay, but not stop, the progression of the disease." A client diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease (AD) can no longer ambulate, does not recognize family members, and communicates with agitated behaviors and incoherent moaning. The nurse recognizes these symptoms as indicative of which stage of the illness? - Stage 7: Very Severe Cognitive Decline
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