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58 yr old f in hospitl w/ confusion. non-compliant cpap (apnea), o2 at times down to 60% while awake. staff report she's clear when she first wakes?
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Full evaluation: It's very important when such a young patient has con fusion to understand why. She needs an extensive medical and neurological evaluation.
Answered 7/8/2015
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