Which of the Following Is Not Part of the Prevention

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not part of the prevention or treatment of delirium?

• A) Low dose melatonin to reduce the incidence of delirium in people admitted to acute medical units.
• B) Low dose haloperidol to reduce the incidence and severity of post-operative delirium.
• C) Low dose, short-term psychotropic medications to treat delirium when agitation is present.
• D) Progressive muscle relaxation to help calm patients with delirium who are showing high levels of agitation.
• E) Investigation and targeting of the original trigger for the delirium.

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