Psychiatry And Physical Health

Question 1

When is post stroke psychosis common? How does it present?

Answer 1

Right sided MCA lesion affecting frontal and temporal region
Persecutory or jealous type delusions
Auditory and visual hallucinations

Question 2

How do you manage delirium?

Answer 2

Anticipate and modify any risk factors
Treat underlying co-morbidities
Re-orientation strategies
Normalise sleep-wake cycle
Low stimulating environments