Case Study #3: Fading Memories

What early signs of Alzheimer’s disease did the family notice in Grandma?

• She started baking more often.

• She began misplacing keys and forgetting names.

• She became more energetic.

• She started learning new languages.

What event prompted the family to take Grandma to the doctor?

• She forgot her own birthday.

• She got lost in the neighborhood.

• She started a new hobby.

• She began cooking new recipes.

What other conditions will blood tests rule out?

• Vitamin deficiencies and thyroid problems.

• Heart disease and diabetes.

• Lung infections and allergies.

• Skin conditions and arthritis.

What are amyloid plaques?

• Sticky protein fragments between nerve cells

• A type of brain cell

• A form of medication

• A type of diet

Which part of the brain is first affected by Alzheimer's?

• Cerebellum

• Hippocampus

• Frontal lobe

• Occipital lobe

What safety measures did the family implement at home?

• Installing a GPS tracker

• Removing all furniture

• Locking all doors

• Using bright lights

How does Alzheimer's affect language and reasoning?

• It enhances them

• It has no effect

• It impairs them

• It only affects memory

What is the role of acetylcholine in the brain?

• It is a structural protein

• It is important for memory and learning

• It is a type of sugar

• It is a hormone

What does the narrator learn from their experience with Grandma?

• How to cook

• Patience and compassion

• New languages

• Financial management

What is the effect of Alzheimer's on the ability to perform basic tasks?

• It enhances it

• It has no effect

• It impairs it

• It only affects complex tasks