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Assignment - Research/Observation Alzheimer's Disease (AD)
Please watch the following video segment: 6 Siblings Living In The Shadow Of Alzheimer's | TODAY.
The Activity: After viewing the video segment you are to research the following websites on Alzheimer's Disease. You will use the following 10 questions to collect data about the disease from the websites listed and any others you might find. A 3-5-page report will be generated which organizes your data into an informative essay about Alzheimer's disease. Materials: The following questions should be used to collect data about the topic.
1. What is AD? Is there more than one variety of this disease?
2. What are the major symptoms of AD?
3. How is AD usually diagnosed?
4. What causes AD? What areas of the brain are affected by AD?
5. What role are free radicals believed to play in AD? Briefly explain one other theory of AD.
6. Describe the typical progression of AD. What is the usual cause of death on AD victims?
7. What are the ten warning signs of AD?
8. List ten simple ways to help an Alzheimer's family.
9. Is prenatal diagnosis of AD possible?
10. What resources are available in your community for AD caregivers?
Procedures:
1. You are required to analyze the abovementioned video and websites.
2. Collect the data using the above listed 10 questions.
3. After analyzing the data the written report should follow APA guidelines and formatting requirements.
Points will be deducted for this omission. Include with your paper a references page with ALL of the resources used. The report should be no fewer than 3 pages in length. You will be evaluated on format, ability to follow directions, demonstrations of your understanding of the assignment as well as the integration of pertinent information from the text. Additionally, grammar, spelling organization and content will be evaluated.
Attachment:- Assignment File - Alzheimer Disease.rar