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1. LBD is one of the most common causes of dementia, after Alzheimer’s disease and vascular disease.
A. True
B. False
2. Which region of the brain is essential for forming new memories?
A. Cerebral cortex
B. Limbic cortex
C. Hippocampus
D. Midbrain
3. The difference between dementia with Lewy bodies and Parkinson’s disease dementia lies largely in the timing of cognitive and movement symptoms.
A. True
B. False
4. Being diagnosed with Parkinson’s late in life is not related to Parkinson’s disease dementia.
A. True
B. False
5. Which neurotransmitter is important for learning and memory?
A. Acetylcholine
B. Dopamine
C. Serotonin
D. None of the above
6. Genetics is consider the greatest risk factor for LBD.
A. True
B. False
7. Visual hallucinations occur in up to _____% of people with LBD.
A. 90
B. 80
C. 70
D. 60
8. A surgical procedure called deep brain stimulation can be very effective and often recommended for treating the movement symptoms of those with LBD.
A. True
B. False
9. Some anti-anxiety medicines can actually increase anxiety in people with LBD.
A. True
B. False
10. Which of the following would be a sign of stress in a child who is coping with a loved one having LBD?
A. Poor grades in school
B. Withdrawal from friendships
C. Unhealthy behaviors at home
D. All of the above
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