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Today's Terms
Dementia
Definition:
A clinical term used to describe a group of brain disorders that disrupt and impair cognitive functions -- thinking, memory, judgment -- personality, mood, and social interaction. Also, see Senility in this Glossary.
Assessment
Definition:
A process used by care managers to gather information about an individual to determine his or her functional needs and/or eligibility for services. Information collected may include health status, financial status, ability to perform activities of daily living, mental status, etc.
Primary Care Physician (PCP)
Definition:
The doctor who is consulted first when a health problem occurs and on whom the patient relies for advice, referrals, and ongoing care.
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