Delerium Flashcards
1
Q
What patients are at highest risk of delirium?
A
Orthopaedic patients
2
Q
What can precipitate delirium?
A
Medications: -Painkillers -Opiods -Sedatives Hypoxia Biochemical abnormalities Dehydration Alcohol excess HAP Urine infection Environmental Catheterisation Systemic upsets CVD Fractures (NOF) Constipation Urinary retention
3
Q
Which of the two types of delirium are most at risk of further complications?
A
Hypoactive
As they can go under the radar and not get noticed
4
Q
What score on the 4AT would make you highly suspicious of delerium?
A
4+
5
Q
What is the TIME bundle?
A
Triggers
Investigation
Management
Engage and explore
6
Q
What is the TIME bundle?
A
Triggers
Investigation
Management
Engage and explore
