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Recognizing Delirium in Individuals Who Are Medically Ill (WEB17915)

Presenter(s): Kevin Patterson, MD

Credit(s): PDHs: 1.0, ASHA CEUs*: 0.1

Summary: SLPs frequently evaluate and provide rehabilitation services to patients with sudden changes in cognitive status. This session will provide a foundation for understanding delirium—one of the most common reasons for acute cognitive change among older adults. As a symptom of other underlying medical issues, delirium frequently goes unrecognized or is misattributed as a mental health or primary neurologic issue, which leads to inaccurate treatment and recovery approaches. This session will help SLPs recognize delirium and improve early detection and treatment for patients in hospitals and nursing home settings.

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