[Answered]: An older adult patient is admitted to the…

An older adult patient is admitted to the hospital with an acute onset of confusion and an unstable gait. A family member says, “I guess mom is just getting old.” Which response would be appropriate about aging in older adult patients? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct. “Age alone does not cause confusion in the patient.” “Depression might lead to alcohol abuse in the patient.” “The patient is no longer capable of learning new things.” “There may be a slight decline in the patient’s cognitive skills.” “Dementia may cause a major decline in cognitive functioning.”