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In the final stage of AD, there is little or no language, little purposeful movement, and total dependence on others. Death usually results for sepsis or pneumonia at this stage. At any point in the disease, co-existing medical problems can exacerbate s
Memory - No apparent link to past or present
Language - Mute of few incoherent words
Orientation - Mostly oblivious to surroundings
Motor - Little spontaneous movement, dysphagia, seizures
Mood/Behavior - Generally passive
