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David Vance1, Kirsten I Larsen, Gregory Eagerton

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Many common medical conditions negatively impact cognitive functioning by affecting brain health. This review explores these comorbidities and strategies to protect cognitive abilities in affected patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Clinical Medicine
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Optimal cognitive functioning is crucial for environmental navigation.
  • Medical comorbidities can impair brain health and cognitive performance.
  • Conditions like hypertension, diabetes, and depression reduce cognitive reserve.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of common comorbidities affecting cognitive functioning.
  • To discuss methods for ameliorating and protecting cognitive function in clinical populations.
  • To explore implications for nursing practice and research.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of common comorbidities impacting cognitive function.
  • Analysis of physiological mechanisms affecting cognitive reserve and efficiency.
  • Synthesis of strategies for cognitive protection and mitigation.

Main Results:

  • Identified key comorbidities (hypertension, heart disease, diabetes, depression, HIV) impacting cognition.
  • Highlighted how these conditions reduce cognitive reserve and efficiency.
  • Outlined potential interventions to support cognitive health.

Conclusions:

  • Cognitive decline is a significant concern in patients with common comorbidities.
  • Proactive strategies are needed to protect and improve cognitive functioning.
  • Nursing practice and research should focus on mitigating cognitive impacts of comorbidities.