Psychological Support and Mgmt of ICU Psychosis
Psychological Support and Mgmt of ICU Psychosis
Psychological Support and Mgmt of ICU Psychosis
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Impact <strong>of</strong> Adverse Effects in theElderly Population• EPS <strong>and</strong> TD : incoordination, feeding problems,disfigurement, social isolation, falls <strong>and</strong> fractures• Sedation : interferes with ADL• Postural hypotension : falls <strong>and</strong> fractures• Anticholinergic effects• Central: confusion <strong>and</strong> memory impairment• Peripheral: blurred vision, urinary retention, constipation,dry mouthADL = activity <strong>of</strong> daily living