# 001: Diagnosis and Treatment of Terminal Delirium, 2nd ed

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Source: 
Medical College of Wisconsin (EPERC)
Synopsis: 

Background:  Some degree of loss of cognitive function occurs in most patients in the week or two before death. The typical scenario presented to housestaff is a late-night call from a ward nurse saying, “Mr. Jones is confused, what should we do”. This Fast Fact reviews assessment and management issues in terminal delirium.

Vol/Page/Date: 
July 2005
Resource Type: 
Other
Author/Source: 
Weissman, D.E.
keywords: 
mental health, terminal delirium, fast facts, symptom management, treatment goals
Submitter: 
Andy Peters
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