3d Quiz W Answers 09 Delirium

Definition Progressive loss of brain An acute or sudden onset of A change in mood which lasts
cells resulting in decline of mental confusion as a result at least 2 weeks and includes
day-to-day cognition and of a medical, social, or sadness, negativity, loss of
functioning. A terminal environmental condition. interest, pleasure and decline
condition. in functioning.
Depression Depression Depression
Delirium Delirium Delirium
Dementia Dementia Dementia
Duration Years (usually 8 to 20) Hours to months, dependant At least 6 weeks, but can
on speed of diagnosis. last several months to years,
especially if not treated.

Thinking Fluctuates between rational May be indecisive and Gradual loss of cognition
state & disorganized, thoughts highlight failures and ability to problem solve
distorted thinking with and sense of hopelessness and function independently.
incoherent speech
Mental Capable of giving correct Will attempt to answer and Testing may vary from poor
status answers, however often may will not be aware of to good depending of time of
testing state, “I don’t know”. mistakes. day and fluctuation in
cognition.
Memory Recent and past memory Generally intact, though may Recent and immediate
impaired. be selective. Highlights memory impaired.
negativity.

Delirium in the Older Person: A Medical Emergency. (2006). VIHA www.viha.ca/mhas/resources/delirium/

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Sleep-wake Disturbed, usually early Disturbed, and sleep-wake May awaken often at night,
cycle morning awakening cycle is reversed (up in may wander, but sleep can
night, very sleepy and also be normal.
sometimes non-responsive
during the day)
Hallucinations Can be present. Usually Can be present. Often of a frightening or

& delusions guilty & negative toward self. May misperceive. paranoid nature

Diagnosis Usually diagnosed Diagnosis based on rapid Others may notice

approximately 3 years after onset of fluctuating symptoms before the person
onset of symptoms. symptoms. does. May complain of
feeling physically ill and
begin withdrawing.
Care Early recognition is key. Identify the symptoms early. Maintain and enhance
approaches Keep person safe, find Help person to follow abilities that remain. Focus
cause and treat as quickly treatment plan & offer them on the positive and support
as possible. hope. the lost abilities.

Prognosis Treatable and reversible, Treatable and reversible Progression can be slowed
especially if caught early condition but not reversed.

Treatment Treat cause. Antidepressants, ECT, Anticholinesterase inhibitors

Monitor response. cognitive therapy, assist to slow the progression.
Be alert for relapse. improve confidence and self- Symptomatic treatment with
esteem through environmental & staff
conversation and activity. approaches.

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Definition Progressive loss of brain cells An acute or sudden onset of A change in mood which lasts
resulting in decline of day-to- mental confusion as a result at least 2 weeks and includes
day cognition and functioning. of a medical, social, or sadness, negativity, loss of
A terminal condition. environmental condition. interest, pleasure and decline
in functioning.
Depression Depression ► Depression
Delirium ► Delirium Delirium
► Dementia Dementia Dementia
Duration Years (usually 8 to 20) Hours to months, dependant At least 6 weeks, but can last
on speed of diagnosis. several months to years,
especially if not treated.

Thinking Fluctuates between rational May be indecisive and Gradual loss of cognition and
state & disorganized, distorted thoughts highlight failures and ability to problem solve and
thinking with incoherent sense of hopelessness. function independently.
speech.
Depression ► Depression Depression

► Delirium Delirium Delirium
Dementia Dementia ► Dementia
Mental status Capable of giving correct Will attempt to answer and will Testing may vary from poor to
testing answers, however often may not be aware of mistakes. good depending of time of day
state “I don’t know”. and fluctuation in cognition.
► Depression Depression Depression

Delirium Delirium ► Delirium
Dementia ► Dementia Dementia
Memory Recent and past memory Generally intact, though may Recent and immediate
impaired. be selective. Highlights memory impaired.
negativity.


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3D Quiz Answers, cont.
Sleep-wake Disturbed, usually early Disturbed, and sleep-wake May awaken often at night,
cycle morning awakening. cycle is reversed (up in night, may wander, but sleep can
very sleepy and sometimes also be normal.
non-responsive during the
day).
Hallucinations Can be present. Usually guilty Can be present. Often of a frightening or
& delusions & negative toward self. May misperceive. paranoid nature.

Dementia ► Dementia Dementia
Diagnosis Usually diagnosed Diagnosis based on rapid Others may notice symptoms
approximately 3 years after onset of fluctuating before the person does. May
onset of symptoms. symptoms. complain of feeling physically
ill and begin withdrawing.
Care Early recognition is key. Keep Identify the symptoms early. Maintain and enhance abilities
approaches person safe, find cause and Help person to follow that remain. Focus on the
treat as quickly as possible. treatment plan & offer them positive and support the lost
hope. abilities.
Prognosis Treatable and reversible, Treatable and reversible Progression can be slowed
especially if caught early. condition. but not reversed.

Treatment Treat cause. Antidepressants, ECT, Anticholinesterase inhibitors
Monitor response. cognitive therapy, assist slow the progression.
Be alert for relapse. person to improve confidence Symptomatic treatment with
and self-esteem through environmental & staff
conversation and activity. approaches.

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Definition Progressive loss of brain An acute or sudden onset of A change in mood which lasts

Depression Depression Depression

Depression Depression Depression

Delirium in the Older Person: A Medical Emergency. (2006). VIHA www.viha.ca/mhas/resources/delirium/

Hallucinations Can be present. Usually Can be present. Often of a frightening or

Depression Depression Depression

Diagnosis Usually diagnosed Diagnosis based on rapid Others may notice

Depression Depression Depression

Depression Depression Depression

Treatment Treat cause. Antidepressants, ECT, Anticholinesterase inhibitors

Delirium in the Older Person: A Medical Emergency. (2006). VIHA www.viha.ca/mhas/resources/delirium/

Depression Depression ► Depression

Depression ► Depression Depression

► Depression Depression Depression

Depression ► Depression Depression

Delirium in the Older Person: A Medical Emergency. (2006). VIHA www.viha.ca/mhas/resources/delirium/

► Depression Depression Depression

Depression ► Depression Depression

Delirium in the Older Person: A Medical Emergency. (2006). VIHA www.viha.ca/mhas/resources/delirium/

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