Delirium check for older dementia patients in the ER
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a way to identify delirium (sudden confusion) in older adults with Alzheimer's or other dementias while they are in the emergency room or hospital. It may help doctors detect and treat confusion faster.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years or older.
- You have been diagnosed with dementia or the medical team strongly suspects it.
- You are currently in the emergency department or will be admitted to the hospital for at least 4 more hours.
- You are not on a breathing tube or having a procedure that requires sedation.
- If you can't give consent because of confusion, a family member or legal representative must be present.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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