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question 103
a major neurocognitive disorder (ncd): (mark all that apply)
☑️ is the label for any illness that causes serious, progressive cognitive loss.
□ describes any neurological problem that causes damage in middle and later life.
☑️ is often associated with abnormal protein deposits in the brain.
□ describes the memory problems associated with normal aging.
□ can be slowed or reversed by engaging in challenging mental activities.

Explanation:

1. "is the label for any illness that causes serious, progressive cognitive loss" – Correct. Major NCDs involve significant, worsening cognitive decline.
2. "describes any neurological problem that causes damage in middle and later life" – Correct. Many NCDs (like Alzheimer's) appear in middle/late life due to neurological damage.
3. "is often associated with abnormal protein deposits in the brain" – Correct. Conditions like Alzheimer's have abnormal protein (e.g., amyloid, tau) deposits.
4. "describes the memory problems associated with normal aging" – Incorrect. Normal aging memory issues are mild; NCDs are severe, pathological.
5. "can be slowed or reversed by engaging in challenging mental activities" – Incorrect. While mental activity may help, major NCDs (e.g., advanced Alzheimer's) can’t be reversed, and slowing is limited in severe cases.

So the correct options are the first, second, and third (the ones with checkmarks or the ones stating the label for serious cognitive loss, neurological damage in middle/later life, and association with abnormal protein deposits).

Answer:

• is the label for any illness that causes serious, progressive cognitive loss.
• describes any neurological problem that causes damage in middle and later life.
• is often associated with abnormal protein deposits in the brain.