Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN)
Academic Term
Fall 2014
Document Type
Project
Course Number
NURS 5330
Course Name
Advanced Pathophysiology
Professor’s Name
John D. Chovan, James R. Cacchillo
Keywords
Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia
Subject Categories
Medical Pathology | Neurology | Nursing
Abstract
An Alzheimer’s diagnosis is an overwhelming and devastating diagnosis for both patients and families. Now imagine if this diagnosis was made at age 55. Instead of looking forward to retirement and grandchildren, these people are preparing for a debilitating disease that will rob them of their memory, cognitive and functional abilities. Early-onset familial Alzheimer’s disease (EOFAD) affects people before the age of 65. Although extremely rare, some exhibit symptoms as early as in their 30s. One of the things most frustrating about this disease is so little is known about its cause. That and the fact there is no cure. There is research which demonstrates a connection between three gene mutations and the incidence of EOFAD. Knowledge of the potential cause behind their disease may help some patients and families better understand and cope with this disease.
Recommended Citation
Murphy, Laura J., "Early-Onset Familial Alzheimer Disease" (2014). Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN). 27.
https://digitalcommons.otterbein.edu/stu_msn/27
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Medical Pathology Commons, Neurology Commons, Nursing Commons