Bill and Angela have brought their mom into your office today. They tell you that their mom has experienced dementia for some time now, but they have not been too concerned because, for the most part, she has been able to care for herself, only needing assistance here and there for her daily activities. However, recently things have changed. Her ability to recall recent events has drastically decreased; she is experiencing difficulty with sleep; they've noticed some mood changes, and the most alarming thing is that she has started to wander outside of her home. They are concerned for her safety. You suspect the patient has Alzheimer's. What are the diagnostic criteria or processes for your suspected diagnosis?

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