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1
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Define delirium.

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Sudden confusion

2
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What are the two types of delirium?

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Hyperactive and hypoactive.

3
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Give 2 symptoms of hyperactive delirium.

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Confusion. Hallucinations. Sleep disturbances. More agitated. More restless.

4
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Give 2 symptoms of hypoactive delirium.

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Poor concentration. Less aware. Decreased mobility. More quiet. More sleepy.

5
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Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP) targets 6 Delirium risk factors. Give 2 of them.

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Mobilization. Vision. Cognitive re-orientation program. Non-pharma sleep protocol. Hearing aids. Hydration program.