Treatment of delirium requires attention to multiple domains including the following: Identify and treat the underlying medical disorder or cause(s) Addressing any other possible predisposing and precipitating factors that might be disrupting brain function Optimize physiology and conditions for brain recovery (e.g., oxygenation, hydration, nutrition, electrolytes, metabolites, medication review) Detect and manage distress and behavioral disturbances (e.g., pain control) Maintaining mobility Provide rehabilitation through cognitive engagement and mobilization Communicate effectively with the person experiencing delirium and their carers or caregivers Provide adequate follow-up including consideration of possible dementia and post-traumatic stress.
Treatment of delirium requires attention to multiple domains including the following: Identify and treat the underlying medical disorder or cause(s) Addressing any other possible predisposing and precipitating factors that might be disrupting brain function Optimize physiology and conditions for brain recovery (e.g., oxygenation, hydration, nutrition, electrolytes, metabolites, medica,tion review) Detect and manage distress and behavioral disturbances (e.g. pain control) Maintaining mobility Provide rehabilitation through cognitive engagement and mobilization Communicate effectively with the person experiencing delirium and their carers or caregivers Provide adequate follow-up including consideration of possible dementia and post-traumatic stress.