Learn what Delirium is and explore the symptoms of different types of Delirium.
What is Dementia? What is Delirium? Why would an individual with delirium become confused? What issues with memory can occur? What age range does delirium usually affect? What treatment and support are available?
Our Delirium Awareness course will help you to answer the questions above and more.
‘The prevalence of delirium in the community is 1-2% but this rises to 14% in people over 85, and in nursing homes or post-acute care settings, can be up to 60% (British Geriatric Society)’.
Our Delirium Awareness course is designed to equip attendees with the knowledge and skills to recognise, understand, and respond to people living with delirium. This course explores what Delirium is, the symptoms of different types of Delirium, the reasons individuals develop delirium, and the available treatment options.
What you'll learn.
- What is Delirium?
- The symptoms of Delirium.
- The risk factors associated with Delirium.
- Different types of Delirium.
- What differentiates Delirium from Dementia?
- How is Delirium diagnosed?
- Who might acquire Delirium and why?
- Treatments for Delirium.
- Recovery from Delirium.
Who is Delirium Awareness for?
This course includes information about delirium, its symptoms and the risk factors associated with it. It aims to help you if you are a patient who has suffered from delirium, and those caring for you, to understand the condition better. It also gives some guidance on how to avoid delirium.
What are the learning outcomes?
- Our Delirium Awareness course is designed to equip attendees with the knowledge and skills to recognise, understand, and respond to people living with delirium.
- Attendance will help attendees to understand what can cause Delirium and how to avoid it.
- The course will provide clarity regarding the different types of delirium.
- This course will hopefully promote attendees to discuss Delirium, ask questions about the topic and share experiences of living with the condition and caring for people living with the condition.
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