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When a Patient with Dementia Exhibits Increasing Agitation, Hostility, and Paranoia

Question 2

Question 2

Multiple Choice

When a patient with dementia exhibits increasing agitation, hostility, and paranoia, the nurse anticipates the health care provider will prescribe a(n) :


A) anticonvulsant.
B) antidepressant.
C) minor tranquilizer.
D) major tranquilizer.

Correct Answer:

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