Delirium
Delirium is an acute, sudden onset of confusion, attention deficits, and disorientation.
Delirium
Delirium is an acute, sudden onset of confusion, attention deficits, and disorientation. It often develops over hours to days and typically occurs in response to medical illness, surgery, infections, or medication side effects. Delirium is reversible if the underlying cause is identified and treated.
What constitutes Delirium?
- Disturbance in attention and awareness
- Acute onset and fluctuating course
- Cognitive changes: memory, language, or perception deficits
- Evidence that symptoms are due to a medical condition, substance, or withdrawal
Symptoms and warning signs
- Confusion or disorientation
- Difficulty focusing or maintaining attention
- Memory deficits and impaired reasoning
- Hallucinations or agitation
- Sleep-wake cycle disturbances
Causes and risk factors
- Acute illness or infection (e.g., pneumonia, urinary tract infections)
- Medication side effects or withdrawal
- Surgery, especially in older adults
- Pre-existing cognitive impairment or severe illness
Treatment approaches
- Treat underlying medical cause: infection, metabolic imbalance, or medication correction
- Supportive care: orientation cues, safe environment, hydration, and nutrition
- Short-term medication: antipsychotics may be used for severe agitation
- Monitoring: prevent complications like falls or pressure sores
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