Delirium

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Which of the following is NOT a recommended management strategy for delirium?

  • Using psychological interventions
  • Ensuring a safe and secure environment
  • Routine use of anticholinergic agents (correct)
  • Treating the underlying organic causes

Which antipsychotic drug is traditionally the drug of choice for delirium?

  • Olanzapine
  • Quetiapine
  • Risperidone
  • Haloperidol (correct)

What is the initial dosage of haloperidol for acute delirium?

  • 5-10mg daily
  • 0.5 to 1.5 mg orally (correct)
  • 1 to 3 mg/day (oral)
  • 12.5-25mg

Which drug should be used for delirium in cases of HIV, hepatic encephalopathy, or alcohol withdrawal?

<p>Benzodiazepines (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended dosage regimen for risperidone in delirium?

<p>Up to 2.5mg TDS (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recommended management strategy for delirium?

<p>Routine use of anticholinergic agents (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which antipsychotic drug should NOT be used in cases of HIV, hepatic encephalopathy, or alcohol withdrawal?

<p>Haloperidol (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum daily dose of haloperidol that should be used in older patients to avoid extrapyramidal side effects?

<p>3 mg (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which drug can be considered for acute sedation for short periods in delirium?

<p>Melatonin (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended dosage regimen for olanzapine in delirium?

<p>Up to 2.5 mg TDS (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recommended management strategy for delirium?

<p>Using routine anticholinergic agents (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which drug should be used for delirium in cases of HIV, hepatic encephalopathy, or alcohol withdrawal?

<p>Benzodiazepines (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial dosage of haloperidol for acute delirium?

<p>0.5 to 1.5 mg orally (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum daily dose of haloperidol that should be used in older patients to avoid extrapyramidal side effects?

<p>3mg (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended dosage regimen for olanzapine in delirium?

<p>Up to 2.5mg TDS (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a cause of poor mouth care?

<p>Regular dental checks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential management strategy for hypersalivation?

<p>Using atropine eye drops in the mouth (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a useful cleansing agent for dirty mouths?

<p>Aciclovir mouthwash (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential management strategy for dry mouths?

<p>Using pilocarpine solution (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a potential treatment for oral candidiasis?

<p>Aciclovir (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential coating agent for painful mouths?

<p>Sucralfate suspension (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential management strategy for taste alteration?

<p>Removing or treating causes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a potential management strategy for swallowing difficulties?

<p>Using intranasal administration (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which drug is recommended for acute sedation for short periods in delirium?

<p>Olanzapine (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recommended management strategy for delirium?

<p>Using benzodiazepines (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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