In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the important topic of hospital stays and dementia, with a specific focus on delirium. Delirium is an acute disturbance in attention, awareness, and cognition often seen in older individuals, especially those with dementia, during hospitalization. Learn how to identify delirium, its underlying causes, and valuable tip to ensure the best care of your partner in the hospital.

This episode will cover:

— What delirium is and its significance as a medical emergency.

— Recognizing signs of delirium in people with dementia.

— Risk factors for developing delirium during hospital stays.

— Strategies to prevent delirium and maintain routine in a hospital environment.

— Practical preparations for hospital stays.

— How to advocate for your partner with dementia in a hospital setting.

— The importance of medication reviews.

— Strategies that should be considered last resorts.

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"This is Me" Alzheimer's Society Document | ⁠https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/sites/default/files/migrate/downloads/this_is_me.pdf⁠

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RELATED PODCAST:

004 | The 3 D's: Dementia, Delirium, Depression

REFERENCES:

https://www.rcpjournals.org/content/clinmedicine/12/1/35.full.pdf

https://cms.ejgg.org/Uploads/Article_60186/EurJGeriatricGerontol-0-0-En.pdf

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5840908/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3758672/

Delirium Guidelines – Mid Yorkshire NHS Trust

https://linkinghub.elsevier.com/retrieve/pii/S0002934399000704

Alzheimer's Association — Hospitalization and Discharge Planning

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