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Delirium

Delirium Medical Condition Defined & Explained
Delirium Medical Condition

What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Delirium?

A disorder characterized by CONFUSION; inattentiveness; disorientation; ILLUSIONS; HALLUCINATIONS; agitation; and in some instances autonomic nervous system overactivity. It may result from toxic/metabolic conditions or structural brain lesions. (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, pp411-2)

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