Geriatric Psychiatry Glossary
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mild cognitive impairment
Cognitive decline greater than expected for age but not severe enough to significantly interfere with daily functioning.
acetylcholinesterase inhibitor
A class of medications that prevent the breakdown of acetylcholine, used to treat cognitive symptoms in dementia.
cholinesterase inhibitor
Class of medications that block the breakdown of acetylcholine to improve cognitive function in dementia patients.