2015•Lenus, The Irish Health Repository (Dr Steevens Hospital Library)Open access
Family/carer input into patient histories to help determine presence of dementia
Jean Barber
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Abstract
Many older patients are being admitted into acute general hospitals with confusion. It is well recognised that many older people suffer from dementia but have never been investigated or received a formal diagnosis At times it can be very challenging to determine if they are suffering from delirium, dementia or a delirium superimposed on top of a pre-existing dementia.. A careful history from a carer or family member can help to resolve this problem.
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