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Differential diagnosis of delirium

Posted: 28 Aug 2010 11:59 PM PDT

Differential diagnosis of delirium Functional psychotic disorders can mimic the positive features of delirium, such as hallucinations. Stupor due to severe depression or mania can be mistaken for a diminished level of consciousness. Dementia Amnestic disorders, such as Korsakov’s syndrome, also occur in clear consciousness, but the cognitive deficits are concentrated in short-term memory. I [...]

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Nursing Management of Delirium

Posted: 28 Aug 2010 11:56 PM PDT

Organic mental disorders are behavioral or psychological disorders associated with transient or permanent brain dysfunction and include only those mental and behavioral disorders that are due to demonstrable cerebral disease or disorder either primary or secondary. The presence of following features requires special attention in identifying organic mental disorders: First episode Sudden onset Older age of [...]

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The Use of “Generators” in Brainstorming An Interactive- Environmental Approach to Case Conceptualization

Posted: 28 Aug 2010 11:43 PM PDT

This is an exercise designed to generate as many ideas as possible in the initial brainstorming approach to case conceptualization. An analogical model with interchangeable components, interactive currents, and concentric or otherwise related fields may add significantly to the creative output of the multidisciplinary team. There is something counterintuitive to imposing too much structure on the free-for-all brain [...]

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Assisted Living Facilities – What Are They?

Posted: 28 Aug 2010 08:12 PM PDT

Assisted Living facilities are generally for person’s 60 years of age and older. Typical candidates need assistance with “Activities of Daily Living” (ADLs), but wish to live as independently as possible. Assisted Living communities exist to bridge the gap between seniors that can live independently and skilled nursing homes. Assisted living facilities provide helpful services such as: 1. Eating, [...]

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CCRC Vs Life Care – Which Contract is Right For You?

Posted: 28 Aug 2010 08:04 PM PDT

The burgeoning senior care market has introduced a slew of new concepts and terms that are easily confused. Many people believe, for example, that life care and continuing care communities are the same thing, and they use these terms interchangeably. However, life care is actually a subset of continuing care. While the offerings may look similar at a glance, don’t be fooled. Let’s take a look at the di [...]

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