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[Confusional state and agitation].

O Martinaud1, D Hannequin

  • 1Département de neurologie, Centre hospitalier universitaire, Hôpitaux de Rouen, 76031 Rouen.

La Revue Du Praticien
|February 24, 2001
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Delirium, a neurologic emergency affecting 10% of hospitalized patients, involves acute changes in consciousness and cognition. Prompt identification and treatment of underlying causes, alongside managing agitation and preventing risk factors, are crucial for patient outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Geriatrics
  • Critical Care Medicine

Context:

  • Delirium is a common neurologic emergency in hospitalized patients, accounting for 10% of cases.
  • It presents as an acute, fluctuating disturbance in consciousness and cognition.
  • Agitation is a frequent symptom requiring specific and rapid management.

Purpose:

  • To outline the critical importance of a structured approach to diagnosing and treating delirium.
  • To emphasize the need for prompt identification and management of underlying causes.
  • To highlight the necessity of preventing risk factors, particularly iatrogenic ones, in vulnerable populations.

Summary:

  • Delirium necessitates a strict diagnostic and treatment protocol to address its diverse underlying causes.

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  • Management includes addressing associated agitation with specific treatments.
  • Preventive strategies are vital, focusing on minimizing iatrogenic risks, especially in elderly individuals or those with pre-existing cognitive impairments.

    • Impact:

    • Effective delirium management can improve patient outcomes and reduce hospital length of stay.
    • Early intervention prevents the progression of cognitive decline and associated complications.
    • Reducing iatrogenic factors contributes to safer patient care, particularly for at-risk groups.