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Delirium and Dementia Overview by ahmedaznjadat is a document available to read on EtoBox.

This document provides information on the diagnosis and treatment of delirium and dementia, including: 1. Delirium is characterized by acute onset and fluctuating cognitive impairment caused by underlying medical conditions. Quetiapine is the preferred atypical antipsychotic treatment. 2. The second most common cause of delirium in elderly patients is urinary tract infection. 3. Dementia involves the development of multiple cognitive deficits including problems with memory, language, motor skills, or e

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