This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Dementia Due to Metabolic Causes, Subject name: Psychiatry
Not a feature of dementia is - 
Select and explain. 
A. Loss of sensorium, B. Wearing of dirty clothes, C. Forgetfulness, D. Loss of neurons in brain matter
A: Loss of sensorium
Answer: A: Loss of sensorium 
Explanation: Ans. is 'a' loss of sensorium Loss of sensorium is a typical feature of Delirium. It is not seen in dementia.Dementia has following features -Generalized loss of neurons is seen in brain matter.Impairment of intellectual functions, impairment of memory* (predominantly of recent memory)Deterioration of personalityImpairment of Judgement & impulse controlImpairment of abstract thinkingImpairment of all functions occuring globally.