Abstract
This article presents a case study of a cognitively impaired geriatric patient, which has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease with a high degree of certainty. However, for 2.5-years following the diagnosis, a proper treatment plan had not been observed.
Our aim is to show a case where the patient is treated by medication that isn't indicated for the given diagnosis (piracetam in this case). Additionally, we show certain questionable courses of treatment that physicians may encounter in practice.
Our overall goal is to highlight the importance of early detection of cognitive impairment and starting an effective course of treatment for early-stage Alzheimer's disease immediately. Advanced dementia causing impaired ability to perform tasks of daily living, which develops in late-stage Alzheimer's disease, is a life-threatening condition in geriatric patients responding poorly to targeted medication and placing a great strain on caregivers.