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ConditionName

Delirium

ConditionDescription

Symptoms

Sadden;
Agitation or stupor;
Fear;
Emotional lability;
Hallucinations;
Delusions;
Disturbed psychomotor activity;

PhysicalFindings

ClinicalTests

Electrolytes; Urinalysis
Pulse ox;
Review of medications;

If nothing: CT of the brain;

RiskFactors

25% of elderly hospitalized patients;
Benzo
Anticholinergic
Glucocorticoids
Alcohol and abuse drugs

Infections (especially UTI)
Hypoxia (esp PE)

IsRedFlag

IsNPLEX

Consequence

ProgressionFromCondition

TreatmentOptions

PharmOptions

Antipsychotics
No benzo or anticholinergic drugs!

WebLink

https://www.merckmanuals.com/en-ca/professional/neurologic-disorders/delirium-and-dementia/delirium