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The overlooked danger of delirium in hospitals.

Boodman SG. The Atlantic. June 7, 2015.

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June 24, 2015

Boodman SG. The Atlantic. June 7, 2015.

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Delirium is a common unintended consequence of hospitalization, most often following a surgical procedure. This magazine article discusses characteristics of the condition, contributing factors, challenges to diagnosing it, and strategies to reduce its incidence. A previous AHRQ WebM&M commentary describes the key diagnostic differences between delirium and dementia.

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Boodman SG. The Atlantic. June 7, 2015.

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