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- Suspect delirium in people with a sudden change in behaviour that may be reported by the person, a carer, or relative: Behaviour change develops acutely (over hours to days). Usually there is clinical evidence of an underlying precipitating factor such as infection or an adverse drug reaction.
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Examine the person: Check vital signs including temperature, blood pressure, heart rate, capillary refill time, finger-prick blood glucose, and pulse oximetry — to identify fever, hypoperfusion, hyperglycaemia, hypoglycaemia, or hypoxia. Carry out a general examination to identify precipitating factors such as:
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This guideline covers diagnosing and treating delirium in...
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When should I suspect delirium? Suspect delirium in people...
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May 24, 2024 · Delirium (acute confusional state) is when someone’s mental function has a sudden change. It comes on quickly, often over hours or days. As well as showing confusion, people with delirium can be sleepy, agitated, have altered beliefs or see hallucinations. Delirium is often triggered by: illness. the side affects of medication. an injury.
Sudden confusion (delirium) can have many different causes. Get medical help immediately if someone suddenly becomes confused (delirious). How to tell if someone is confused
This guideline covers diagnosing and treating delirium in people aged 18 and over in hospital and in long-term residential care or a nursing home. It also covers identifying people at risk of developing delirium in these settings and preventing onset. It aims to improve diagnosis of delirium and reduce hospital stays and complications.
Jul 28, 2010 · This guideline covers diagnosing and treating delirium in people aged 18 and over in hospital and in long-term residential care or a nursing home. It also covers identifying people at risk of developing delirium in these settings and preventing onset.
When should I suspect delirium? Suspect delirium in people with a sudden change in behaviour that may be reported by the person, a carer, or relative: Behaviour change develops acutely (over hours to days).
Delirium (sometimes called 'acute confusional state') is an acute, fluctuating encephalopathic syndrome of inattention, impaired level of consciousness, and disturbed cognition. Delirium can be classified into subtypes based on symptoms: Hyperactive delirium can present with inappropriate behaviour, hallucinations, or agitation.
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