Abstract:Background: Delirium is a complex neuropsychiatric syndrome commonly encountered across all healthcare settings. It is associated with adverse outcomes including more prolonged hospitalization, institutionalization and increased mortality. In contrast to its frequent occurrence and negative consequences, delirium is missed by emergency physicians (EPs) in 57% to 83% of cases. Furthermore despite to its clinical importance, there is little documentation regarding delirium prevalence and physician detection rate… Show more
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