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What is the probable lifetime risk of developing delirium symptoms?
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?
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?
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?
What is a common cause of delirium in patients?
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What is a consequence of severe physical illness?
What is a consequence of severe physical illness?
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Which of the following is a risk factor for delirium?
Which of the following is a risk factor for delirium?
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What is the incidence of delirium in elderly patients presenting to the emergency room?
What is the incidence of delirium in elderly patients presenting to the emergency room?
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What is a type of brain damage that can increase the risk of delirium?
What is a type of brain damage that can increase the risk of delirium?
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What is a cause of delirium in patients withdrawing from addictive substances?
What is a cause of delirium in patients withdrawing from addictive substances?
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What is a type of medical compromise that can increase the risk of delirium?
What is a type of medical compromise that can increase the risk of delirium?
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