A nurse is caring for a client who has dementia. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

a. Memory loss that disrupts ADLs Explanation: Dementia is a condition characterized by a decline in cognitive function that affects a person's ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs). Memory loss is a common symptom of dementia, particularly in the early stages. The memory loss can disrupt a person's ability to carry out tasks they were previously able to do independently, such as dressing, bathing, and eating. Therefore, option a is the correct answer. Option b, catatonia, is a condition characterized by a lack of movement or activity, which is not typically associated with dementia. Option c, illusions, involve a misinterpretation of sensory information and may occur in some forms of dementia but are not a defining feature. Option d, pressured speech, is a symptom commonly associated with mania or bipolar disorder, but is not typically seen in dementia.