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Evolving Case Study: Delirium Superimposed on Dementia
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Evolving Case Study: Delirium Superimposed on Dementia
University of Illinois at Chicago
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Product ID: 21101 |
Abstract:
This is an evolving case study on dementia/delirium (delirium superimposed on dementia). The case centers around Mr. Wilson, who is an 82 year old widowed male admitted to the unit for treatment of an ulcer on his right leg. He currently lives alone in his own home.
Educational objectives:
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Apply critical thinking skills necessary to assess patient and determine next level of treatment
2. Communicate with family members and assist with next treatment/living options
3. Identify own response to changing situations
Date posted:
Wed, 04/04/2012
Date last updated:
Fri, 07/01/2011
CME credits available:
No
Has this product been peer reviewed?:
No
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Learning resource types:
Intended learner audience:
Other Sponsors:
University of Illinois at Chicago
Contact person/corresponding author:
Pamela Dudzik (pdudzik@aannet.org)
Creative Commons License:
Conflict of Interest Guidelines:
I have NO financial relationships to disclose.
NLM Citation:
Evolving Case Study: Delirium Superimposed on Dementia. POGOe - Portal of Geriatric Online Education; 2012 Available from: http://www.pogoe.org/productid/21101
APA Citation:
(2012). Evolving Case Study: Delirium Superimposed on Dementia. POGOe - Portal of Geriatric Online Education. Retrieved May 17, 2012 from http://www.pogoe.org/productid/21101
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