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Differential Diagnosis of Dementias - Alzheimer's Association

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Delirium is a Reversible Cause <strong>of</strong> Cognitive<br />

Impairment<br />

Dehydration<br />

Electrolyte/Endocrine disorder<br />

Lack <strong>of</strong> oxygen<br />

Injury/Impaction<br />

Rule out psychiatric disorder<br />

Infection<br />

Urinary retention/Unfamiliar environment<br />

Medications<br />

Desai AK, Grossberg GT. Psychiatric consultation in long-term care : a guide for health care pr<strong>of</strong>essionals. Baltimore: Johns Hopkins University Press; 2010.<br />

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