A client is admitted to the emergency department experiencing memory deficits and decreased motor function.What alteration in brain chemistry should the nurse correlate with the presentation of these symptoms?
A)Abnormal levels of serotonin
B)Decreased levels of dopamine
C)Increased levels of norepinephrine
D)Decreased levels of acetylcholine

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The symptoms presented by the client indicate problems with memory and motor function, which are associated with a deficiency in acetylcholine. A decrease in acetylcholine activity is commonly seen in patients with Alzheimer's disease and other cognitive disorders.

A Client Is Admitted to the Emergency Department Experiencing Memory