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Which behavior exhibited by an older adult client should alert the nurse to the possibility that the client is experiencing delirium?
A.   The client becomes confused within 24 hours after hospital admission.
B.   The client displays a cheerful attitude despite a poor prognosis.
C.   The client becomes depressed and sleeps most of the day.
D.   The client begins to use slurred speech.
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10 years ago
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Delirium is characterized by acute confusion that is usually short term. Delirium can result from placement in unfamiliar surroundings, such as being hospitalized.
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10 years ago
Thank you for this, it helped me understand it perfectly.
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Hey, no worries.
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