Common conditions Flashcards
1
Q
Delirium requirements for Dx?
A
1. Acute onset AMS that fluctuates \+ 2. Inattention AND EITHER - Disorganized thinking - ALOC (hyper/hypo)
2
Q
Delirium Pathognomonic
A
Acute change in baseline mental status over hours/days.
3
Q
Tool used to Dx delirium?
A
Confusion Assessment method
4
Q
Drugs causing delirium?
A
TCAs - Anticholinergics! Benzos CCS H2 Receptor Anatgonist Narcs ETOH
