CG103 Delirium: NICE guideline. GiiC. Geriatric_assessment_tool_kit. StrokEngine. Allen Cognitive Levels. Rehab Measures Database. Physical Therapy Standards of Care and Protocols. Delirium: diagnosis, prevention and management. Note from the National Guideline Clearinghouse (NGC): This guideline was developed by the National Clinical Guideline Centre for Acute and Chronic Conditions on behalf of the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE). See the "Availability of Companion Documents" field for the full version of this guidance. The Guideline Development Group used the following definitions in this guideline. Hyperactive delirium: a subtype of delirium characterised by people who have heightened arousal and can be restless, agitated or aggressive.
Hypoactive delirium: a subtype of delirium characterised by people who become withdrawn, quiet and sleepy. Think Delirium Be aware that people in hospital or long-term care may be at risk of delirium. Risk Factor Assessment When people first present to hospital or long-term care, assess them for the following risk factors. Age 65 years or older. (NICE clinical guidance 50). Indicators of Delirium: at Presentation Interventions to Prevent Delirium. Lab Tests Online. Geriatric Assessment Tool Kit. Falls Toolkit. ECOG Performance Status.