John was recently diagnosed with neurocognitive disorder due to Alzheimer's disease. After researching his treatment options, he decides to try medication and attempt to make the most of his remaining abilities. John plans to stay as physically and mentally active as possible for as long as he can and to use compensation strategies if necessary. His decision
A) makes little sense as there are more aggressive biological treatments that are effective.
B) seems reasonable given the fact that there are no effective treatments available.
C) ignores the additional demands that his decision will ultimately place on his caregivers.
D) makes little sense since intensive psychosocial intervention has been shown to be effective.

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Currently, there are no treatments that cure Alzheimer's disease or stop its progression. Medications may help manage symptoms, and staying physically and mentally active can improve overall well-being and potentially slow down the decline. John's decision to pursue medication and use compensation strategies is a reasonable approach. Aggressive biological treatments are not available for Alzheimer's disease at this time, and while psychosocial interventions may be helpful, they are not a cure or a guarantee of stopping the progression of the disease. Caregiver demands are an important consideration, but it is not clear from the information given whether John has adequate support in place or whether this was a factor in his decision-making.

John Was Recently Diagnosed with Neurocognitive Disorder Due to Alzheimer's