Opioid-Induced Delirium
RESOURCES FOR PATIENTS AND CAREGIVERS
For the management of opioid-related delirium, a number of strategies have been recommended. 4., 5., 6., 7. These include the recognition, and, when possible, reversal, of metabolic derangements, opioid rotation, the elimination of unnecessary adjuvant analgesics, and hydration.
US Cases: no database
World Cases: no number
Sex Ratio: varies
Age Onset: Age 65
Brain Area: feontal & pfc, amygdala, hippo
Symptoms: hypo & hyperactive delirium
Progression: dose-amount-dependent delirium
Therapies: reduce or discontinue the opioid
Medications: adjust the specific opioid and dosage
YouTube Video: Opioid Safety Side Effect #2 Confusion/Delirium
Support Groups:
iocdf.org; International OCD Foundation; A Meeting Directory is on their website. 617-973-5801