WORLD DELIRIUM AWARENESS DAY
16 March 2022 #WDAD2022
What is delirium?
- It is an acute confusional state, generally of sudden onset.
- There may be an obvious cause like an infection, which, if treated may settle quickly.
- Most people make a full recovery
Who is at the highest risk?
- People aged 65 or over
- People with a dementia or cognitive impairment
- People with a hip fracture or recent trouble moving
- People who are acutely ill