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Does home treatment affect delirium?
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Yes: Generally, being at home can decrease the incidence and severity of delirium (provided proper medical care & treatment is being provided). This is because the patient is in familiar surroundings with familiar people, not tied to a bed, can pursue usual activities, and feel "safe & secure". Basically, it's being in a familiar place so that the illness is not a constant reminder.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Maybe: Being at home can help.
Answered 3/18/2013
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Depends: If we are considering acute brain failure delirium unlinked to drug or alcohol withdrawal states, then the home environment can be helpful as it is more "orienting" and familiar to a confused person. This may help reduce distress. Home treatment can also worsen delirium if medications are not administered correctly, or if some otcs like Benadryl (diphenhydramine) are used.
Answered 4/14/2016
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