| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2724409 | Journal of Pain and Symptom Management | 2012 | 12 Pages |
Abstract
Delirium is a devastating complication of general medical and surgical populations but of particular importance in palliative medicine. It is a clinical syndrome that is often not recognized and, therefore, not treated appropriately. The presence of delirium is a predictor of increased morbidity and mortality, longer hospitalization, and more likely discharge to a nursing facility. This article reviews the pathophysiology, etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of delirium in the palliative medicine population.
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Authors
Susan B. LeGrand,