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Geriatric
Delirium
Also known as: Acute confusional state
Severity: Severe
Urgency: Emergency
Acute confusion
What is Delirium?
Acute confusion, inattention, fluctuating course, often reversible.
Possible Causes
- Dementia
- Psychosis
- Stroke
- Depression
When to Seek Medical Help
Seek immediate emergency care - call 998
Warning Signs (Seek Immediate Care)
- Infection
- Medications
- Dehydration
- Metabolic
Related Keywords
delirium acute confusion sundowning altered mental status
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