An 84-year-old patient who has returned from the PACU is oriented to name only and has been diagnosed with delirium. The nurse should explain the following to the patient's family:
A) There is nothing to worry about.
B) Delirium involves a progressive decline in memory loss.
C) Delirium may only last a short time.
D) Delirium is generally more prevalent in women.
Ans: C
Feedback: Delirium differs from other types of dementia in that delirium begins with confusion and progresses to disorientation. It affects men and women equally, has symptoms that are reversible with treatment, and lasts from 1 day to 1 month. Progressive memory loss is seen in Alzheimer's disease.
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