Common conditions

Question 1

Delirium requirements for Dx?

Answer 1

1. Acute onset AMS that fluctuates
\+
2. Inattention
AND EITHER
 - Disorganized thinking
 - ALOC (hyper/hypo)

Question 2

Delirium Pathognomonic

Answer 2

Acute change in baseline mental status over hours/days.

Question 3

Tool used to Dx delirium?

Answer 3

Confusion Assessment method

Question 4

Drugs causing delirium?

Answer 4

TCAs - Anticholinergics!
Benzos
CCS
H2 Receptor Anatgonist
Narcs
ETOH