The nurse caring for the client with Alzheimer's documents that the client is in the early stage of Alzheimer's. Which findings are consistent with mild Alzheimer's disease?

The correct answer is D: Able to drive to familiar places. In the early stage of Alzheimer's disease, individuals may still be able to perform familiar tasks like driving to familiar places due to preserved procedural memory. This ability to navigate familiar routes contrasts with the cognitive impairments seen in later stages. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect as they are not typically associated with mild Alzheimer's and are more indicative of advanced stages or other health issues. Fecal and urinary incontinence are common in later stages, while the inability to smile is not a common early symptom of Alzheimer's.