BS Nursing Developmental Psychology
nmdcat.online June 6, 2026

174. A 95-year-old individual with moderate dementia becomes non-responsive and febrile. What is the urgent clinical priority?

A. Assume it is the end stage of dementia.
B. Investigate for acute medical conditions like pneumonia or sepsis as causes of sudden decline.
C. Provide palliative care only.
D. Wait for the family to make decisions.

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  • Assume it is the end stage of dementia.
  • Investigate for acute medical conditions like pneumonia or sepsis as causes of sudden decline.
  • Provide palliative care only.
  • Wait for the family to make decisions.

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