DELIRIUM

Nov. 22, 2020

A new study supports evidence that delirium can predict coronavirus infection in older patients who show no other typical symptoms of Covid-19.

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  • Delirium is a serious disturbance in mental abilities that results in confused thinking and reduced awareness of the environment. The start of delirium is usually rapid — within hours or a few days.

  • Delirium can often be traced to one or more contributing factors, such as a severe or chronic illness, changes in metabolic balance (such as low sodium), medication, infection, surgery, or alcohol or drug intoxication or withdrawal.