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krzymel

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on: Jul 19, 2018
The nurse has admitted a man who was brought to the emergency room by his daughter.
 
  The daughter says she noticed that something was wrong with her father when he began talking about her mother, who had died nearly 8 months ago, as if she were still alive. Which of the following type of symptoms would be an indication that this man is delirious? a. illusions or hallucinations
  b. dehydration
  c. slurred speech
  d. unsteady gait

Question 2

The client who is experiencing an elevated, expansive, or irritable mood is said to be experiencing ___________________ _.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
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The woman's father most likely is experiencing illusions or hallucinations, which are symptoms of delirium. Common symptoms of temporary cognitive dysfunction seen in the elderly include a limited attention span, sensory misperceptions (illusions), hallucinations, distorted thoughts, and disturbances of activity patterns and the sleep-wake cycle.

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Excellent

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