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Management and Treatment Options in Geriatric Psychiatry
This chapter explores various management and treatment options for sleep, delirium, depression, and dementia in geriatric psychiatry, including the use of melatonin for sleep, the role of colonestrace inhibitors in delirium prevention, and preferred treatment for benzodiazepine or alcohol withdrawal. It also discusses the importance of educating family members about delirium symptoms and expectations, as well as screening tools for depression, dementia, and delirium.