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Recognition, prevention, and treatment of delirium in emergency department: An evidence-based narrative review.
The American journal of emergency medicine - 1 Feb 2020
Lee Sangil, Gottlieb Michael, Mulhausen Paul, Wilbur Jason, Reisinger Heather S, Han Jin H, Carnahan Ryan
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Delirium is an acute disorder of attention and cognition that is common, serious, costly, under-recognized, and potentially fatal. Delirium is particularly problematic in the emergency department (ED) care of medically complex older adults, who are being seen in greater numbers. OBJECTIVE: This evidence-based narrative review focuses on the key components of delirium screening, prevention, and...
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