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Delirium and Dementia: Etiology and Clinical Symptoms
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Delirium and Dementia: Etiology and Clinical Symptoms

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What is the probable lifetime risk of developing delirium symptoms?

  • 100% (correct)
  • 0%
  • 20%
  • 50%

    • What is the incidence of delirium in patients on acute medical or surgical wards?

  • 10-20% (correct)
  • 20-30%
  • 30-40%
  • 5-10%

    • Which of the following groups is most at risk for developing delirium?

  • Patients with no prior medical conditions
  • Patients with preexisting heart disease
  • Young adults
  • Elderly patients (correct)

    • What is a common cause of delirium in patients?

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

    What is a consequence of severe physical illness?

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

    Which of the following is a risk factor for delirium?

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

    What is the incidence of delirium in elderly patients presenting to the emergency room?

    <p>80%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a type of brain damage that can increase the risk of delirium?

    <p>Both A and B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a cause of delirium in patients withdrawing from addictive substances?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a type of medical compromise that can increase the risk of delirium?

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

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