The daughter of an elderly client diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease asks the nurse, “Is there anything I can do to prevent getting this disease?” Which statement is the nurse’s best response? 1. “Not...

The daughter of an elderly client diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease asks the nurse, “Is there anything I can do to prevent getting this disease?” Which statement is the nurse’s best response?

1. “Not if you are genetically programmed to get Alzheimer’s disease.”

2. “Yearly brain scans may determine if you are susceptible to getting Alzheimer’s.”

3. “There are some medications, but research has not proved they work.”

4. “Hormone replacement therapy may prevent the development of Alzheimer’s.”