Multiple Choice
An older adult takes digoxin and hydrochlorothiazide daily, as well as lorazepam (Ativan) as needed for anxiety. Over 2 days, this adult developed confusion, slurred speech, an unsteady gait, and fluctuating levels of orientation. These findings are most characteristic of:
A) delirium.
B) dementia.
C) amnestic syndrome.
D) Alzheimer disease.
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