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A family suspects that AIDS dementia is occurring in their adult child who is HIV positive. Which symptom confirms the suspicion?

A. Exhibits angry outbursts when the subject of dying is approached. B. Increased intervals of sleep 18 out of 24 hours. C. A change has recently occurred in handwriting. D. Refuses to see friends or to return their phone calls.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A change in handwriting indicates graphomotor impairment, a specific neurological symptom of AIDS dementia, reflecting cognitive dysfunction, unlike other symptoms which are less specific.

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