Agitation and Confusion Flashcards
1
Q
what are underlying causes of confusion?
A
- hypercalcaemia
- infection
- urinary retention
- medication
2
Q
what is the 1st choice medication for agitation and confusion?
A
haloperidol
3
Q
what is the 1st line choice of medication for agitation in terminal phase patients?
A
midazolam
4
Q
what anti-psychotics (other than haloperidol) can be given to confused patients?
A
- chlorpromazine
- levomepromazine
