Here are some useful resources for further reading around delirium. There are more specialised resources available for healthcare professionals and family and friends too. 

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1. Silver Book II: Geriatric syndromes | British Geriatrics Society (bgs.org.uk)

 

The Silver Book was written to provide guidance for the care of older people in the first 72 hours after presenting to the emergency department. Conditions that are common to older people including delirium are covered. The BGS provides high quality resources that keep us updated on new research and innovations in practice. 

 

2. #DeliriumReady – Delirium Awareness and management Delirium Superimposed on Dementia - YouTube

 

This video was developed by Dr Mani Santhanakrishnan, Tees Esk & Wear Valleys NHS Trust for Health Education England North East, and was made to highlight how delirium can present in people living with dementia, what to look out for and what action to take. 

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3. Royal College of Nursing: Don't Discount Delirium 

 

4. Rune Arild Larsen - Just a little delirium​

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5. Resources about Persistent Delirium: 

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   a. Persistent delirium in older hospital patients

   b. Partial or no recovery

   c. Systematic review persistent delirium