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What is one non-verbal way a person with dementia might express physical pain?

Over half of people with moderate to severe dementia experience pain daily, yet it's often overlooked. Understanding non-verbal communication is vital, as a person's ability to verbally express physical discomfort diminishes with advancing cognitive decline. What is one non-verbal way a person with dementia might express physical pain? Facial grimacing is a primary indicator.

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