Delirium in the Elderly

Overview

There seems to be a gap in the understanding of clinicians about early recognition and intervention in delirium. This presentation outlines quick assessment tools, preventative strategies, non-pharmacological and pharmacology intervention in delirium management.

The session "Delirium in the Elderly" (0.50 hour) is designed to satisfy state licensure requirements (NP Only) on Geriatrics in Texas

Learning Objectives

• Identify appropriate tools for delirium assessment
• Recognize predisposing and precipitating factors for delirium in elderly patients
• Review non-pharmacological strategies for preventing and managing delirium
• Understand the role of pharmacological intervention in delirium management