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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</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dosage regimen for risperidone in delirium?

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

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

    <p>Melatonin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended dosage regimen for olanzapine in delirium?

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

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

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

    What is the recommended dosage regimen for olanzapine in delirium?

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

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

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

    What is a potential management strategy for hypersalivation?

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

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

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

    What is a potential management strategy for dry mouths?

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

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

    <p>Aciclovir</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential coating agent for painful mouths?

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

    What is a potential management strategy for taste alteration?

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

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

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

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

    <p>Olanzapine</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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