The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast #375 Delirium in the Hospital featuring Dr. Esther Oh
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Jan 9, 2023 AI Snips
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Defining Delirium
- Delirium is an acute disorder of attention and cognition.
- It's sometimes called an altered mental status, acute confusional state, or encephalopathy.
Talking to Family
- When discussing delirium with family, explain that their loved one's thinking is unclear.
- Emphasize that the person is not fully aware of their environment.
Delirium vs. Dementia
- Delirium is an acute change, while dementia is chronic.
- Family involvement is crucial for determining if a change is from baseline.