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Dementia and Delirium
by John Burton, M.D.
Dementia vs Delirium Prevention of delirium includes the avoidance of psychoactive drugs, quiet environment, daytime activity, dark and quiet at night, visual and hearing assistive devices, orientation devices, and avoidance of restraints. Diagnosis of delirium is based on clinical observation; no diagnostic tests are available. The essestial features of delirium include:
Treatment of delirium, like dementia, is managed both pharmacologically and non-pharmacologically.
Pharmacologic management
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Ann Intern Med 2004: 140; 501. Visit the Mental Health Association of Maryland for additional information and assistance.
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