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Delirium in the elderly patient

M H Bross1, N O Tatum

  • 1University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson.

American Family Physician
|November 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

Delirium, a sudden cognitive decline affecting hospitalized elderly patients, requires prompt diagnosis and management to reduce high morbidity and mortality rates. Early detection and supportive care are crucial for minimizing its impact.

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Area of Science:

  • Geriatrics
  • Internal Medicine
  • Cognitive Neurology

Background:

  • Delirium is a common medical emergency in hospitalized elderly patients, affecting over 20%.
  • It presents as a sudden cognitive deterioration and attention deficit, often misdiagnosed, leading to significant morbidity and mortality.
  • Patients may exhibit hypoactive, hyperactive, or mixed states, with frail elderly individuals, particularly those with dementia, being at highest risk.