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ACUTE CONFUSION IN THE ELDERLY

Major Objectives. Describe common causes of deliriumRecognize risk factors, and means of prevention of deliriumWork up and treatment of delirium when it does occur, and management of behavioral problems. Synonyms for Delirium . Acute confusional stateOrganic brain syndromeToxic/metabolic

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ACUTE CONFUSION IN THE ELDERLY

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    1. ACUTE CONFUSION IN THE ELDERLY Dr. Barbara Power April, 2010

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