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Problem Statement on case Ella West

EW is a 79-year old female with PMHX of HTN, HLD and CAD who comes with her daughter complaining of progressive confusion that’s worsened the past six months. She is experiencing cognitive and memory problems with behavioral and emotional changes. She is having trouble with ADLs and personal hygiene. She is more argumentative, has poor concentration, and impaired judgment. PE reveals moderate cognitive impairment, recalls 1 of 3 objects on Minicog, and a clock draw test score of 4.