014 – Delirium & Hospital Confusion

June 09, 2016
014 – Delirium & Hospital Confusion
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014 – Delirium & Hospital Confusion

Jun 09 2016 |

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Show Notes

In This Episode:

Dr. K explains the basics of delirium, a state of worse-than-usual mental function that can affect up to 30-70% of older adults after surgery and during serious illnesses. She covers:

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