Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) — Question 8

The most common cause of dementia in the United States is

Answer options

• A. autism.
• B. supplies.
• C. alcohol abuse.
• D. anxiety disorder.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, as supplies refer to the resources or care needed for patients with dementia, which is often linked to the most common causes. The other options, such as autism, alcohol abuse, and anxiety disorder, do not represent the leading cause of dementia, which is primarily related to various forms of cognitive decline rather than these conditions.