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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ahmed Zaghw, M.D. [2]

Definition

According to National Institute of Health:

"Sudden severe confusion and rapid changes in brain function that occur with physical or mental illness."

The Subtypes of Delirium:

• Hyperactive delirium: a subtype of delirium characterised by people who have high arousability and can be restless, agitated or aggressive.
• Hypoactive delirium: a subtype of delirium characterised by people who are withdrawn, quiet and sleepy.

Do's

• Behavioral Pain Scale and the Critical Care Pain Observation Tool are currently the best available methods for assessing pain.