CAM Features Assessment Quiz

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What is the hallmark of delirium based on the text?

Complete Blood Count

Pulmonary evaluation

Abnormal mental status examination (correct)

Urinalysis

Which diagnostic evaluation tool is based on DSM criteria according to the text?

Complete Blood Count

Electrocardiography

Confusion Assessment Method (CAM) (correct)

Routine observation

How many features need to be present in the CAM to be positive for delirium?

2

1

3 (correct)

4

What does CAM feature 1 focus on according to the text?

Acute and fluctuating course Signup and view all the answers

Which assessment tool is described as quick and accurate by the text?

Confusion Assessment Method (CAM) Signup and view all the answers

What do laboratory studies aim to determine according to the text?

Creatinine levels Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical question to ask family members and caretakers to differentiate delirium from other causes of confusion?

Is there a change in sleep patterns? Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is more common in delirium compared to dementia?

Fluctuates during the day Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Delirium Superimposed on Dementia (DSD) from typical dementia?

Presence of acuteness and fluctuation Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect helps in recognizing Delirium Superimposed on Dementia (DSD)?

Fluctuating symptoms Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic symptom of Delirium compared to Dementia?

Ability to attend to MMSE Signup and view all the answers

Which question can help differentiate Delirium from Depression?

Is there a change in sleep patterns? Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended strategy to create a supportive environment for a patient to prevent delirium?

Minimize sensory losses that contribute to misperceptions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT recommended to facilitate nighttime sleep in the context of preventing delirium?

Rescheduling medications to disrupt sleep patterns Signup and view all the answers

What is an effective measure aimed at reorienting a patient to their surroundings to prevent delirium?

Providing a daily schedule for the patient Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key component of sound geriatric care to prevent delirium?

Rapid treatment of underlying causes Signup and view all the answers

What should be minimized in terms of noise to create a supportive environment for a patient to prevent delirium?

Unit-wide noise reduction strategies Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an additional non-pharmacological strategy mentioned in the text to prevent delirium?

Daily administration of sedating medications Signup and view all the answers