Treatment of Delirium

Identifying appropriate strategies to manage delirium

Care for a person with delirium is complex and needs to consider many factors.

It is important to work with Mr Thomas’ family, with the aid of the AHW if necessary, in order to engage them and encourage them to help implement care interventions.

Mr Thomas’ wife has not heard of delirium and wants to know more about it so that she can understand her husband’s condition.

Make some time to sit with Mrs Thomas in a quiet and comfortable environment and explain in simple terms what delirium is and answer any other questions she might have.

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