Delirium

The symptomology is characterized by delirious thoughts, agitation, acidosis, and also a life threat of hyper adrenergic autonomic dysfunction (Chan, 352). Current studies show the symptomology shows that excited delirium is caused by a deregulated dopamine transportation method by specific sympathomimetic (Davis, 5). With the dysfunctional regulation of dopamine, the transportation system leads to an increased amount of dopamine to be released at the synaptic cleft…

you encounter is unique. You also realize that you will never experience a day exactly like another. As a result a nurse must be ready for the unexpected and flexible. For instance, I had a patient on nightshift that would frequently experience delirium due to lack of sleep obtained throughout the night. I work on a stepdown unit so we perform assessments and vital signs every four hours, even during the night. There are other times during night that labs might need to be drawn as well,…

deteriorate over a series of months or years. Delirium, on the other hand, develops swiftly within mere hours or days. Bewilderment over the time of the day: Failure to manage regular routines, such as bathing or toileting, and the inability to recognize familiar people are also other common symptoms associated with delirium. There may also be interruptions in his sleeping patterns of sleep and persistent appetites may be present. The symptoms of delirium come and go during the course of the…

volume deficits (Kneisl et al., 2009). Medication management includes administration of magnesium sulfate to replace magnesium hence preventing seizures and also managing irritability. Benzodiazepines such as diazepam will be administered to prevent delirium tremens and thiamine will be administered. Mirrojello et al. (2015) state that blood alcohol concentration tests should be performed as a routine and these tests include complete blood count, renal function tests, electrolytes, glucose,…

Issue: She thoroughly assessed her admission upon arrival to the unit. She noted he had delirium using the Confusion Assessment Method tool, and his wife stated his last bowel movement was five days ago which was not reported during hand-off. Action: She identified hypoactive bowel sounds, dry mucous membranes, and decreased skin turgor in her assessment. She diagnosed him with Altered Bowel Elimination and Geriatric Syndrome. She notified the provider and administered the bowel regimen and…

According to Chan (2011) the most common causes of confusion are; dementia, depression and delirium. Given Mr Simons has just had a THR, has a Fentanyl PCA running and his age it is possible that he is suffering with delirium (reference). Literature indicates that delirium is a common experience for older patients postoperative, with incidences reported as high as 61% (Russell-Babin & Miley, 2013). Delirium can be the presenting result of various underlying issues, including; dehydration,…

Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing (PMHN) has been the most interesting class I have taken at Baptist College thus far. With only six weeks to learn the basic knowledge of psychiatric nursing care, our instructors were still able to cover an abundant amount of information. Through this knowledge and information learned in lecture, we were able to better prepare and care for patients in the psychiatric clinical setting. Although I thoroughly enjoyed learning about psychiatric concepts of care and…

delirious tremens, mania à potu.” (8). Delirium tremens is a state of confusion caused by alcohol withdrawals. According to the article, Poe showed signs of delirium tremens; trembling and hallucinations. However a sign of rabies is hallucination and rabies affects the brain, spinal cord and nervous system which could have also caused trembling. So it is plausible for Poe to have had rabies instead of alcohol poisoning which caused symptoms that also arise in delirium tremens. In…

euphonious words such as “rosy plant honey” and “delirium” are used to detail the euphoric atmosphere. These melodious phrases are more commonly associated with visual and olfactory senses, whereas the poem’s unpleasant phrases use auditory and physical touch imagery. Words such “delirium” provide a contrast in the tone of the poem. The sound of the word is euphonious, but its meaning changes the way it can be viewed. According to Merriam-Webster, delirium is defined by “an acute mental…

Common Theme in delirium and Romeo and Juliet Greek philosopher Socrates once said, “The hottest love has the coldest end.” and American theologian Tryon Edwards said, “Sinful and forbidden pleasures are like poisoned bread; they may satisfy appetite for the moment, but there is death in them at the end.” Both quotes convince that forbidden love can bring atrocious experiences. If no one’s love was forbidden then nothing would have to be hidden from anyone and there would be fewer consequences…