Alzheimers stages 4 and 5

1)Decreased knowledge of recent occasions or current events.

2) Impaired ability to perform challenging mental arithmetic- example counting backwards from 75 by 7s.

3) Decreased capacity to perform complex tasks, such as planning dinner for guests, paying bills, and managing finances.

4) Reduced memory of personal history.

5) They may seem subdued and withdrawn, especially in socially or mentally challenging situations.

Stage 5

Moderately severe- cognitive decline. (Moderate or mid-stage Alzheimers)

Major gaps in memory and deficits in cognotive function emerge. Some assistance with day-to-day activities becomes essential. At this stage, individuals may:

1)Be unable during a medical interview to recall important details like their current address, phone number, or name of college they graduated from.

2)Become confused about where they are or about the date, day of the week or season.

3)Have trouble with less challenging mental arithmetic; for ex. counting backward from 40 by 4s or from 20 by 2s.

4)Need help choosing proper clothling for the season or the occasion.

5)Usually retain substantial knowledge about themselves and knows their name and name of spouse and children.

6) Usually requires no assistance with eating or using the toilet.

Best Regards

Andrew

Lori