Delirium, Dementia, and Depression
This presentation addresses the differential diagnosis of behavioral issues in late adulthood. The following problems are described: delirium, dementia, depression, psychosocial triggers, and physical discomfort. The impact of somatic conditions and medication side effects are discussed. Prevalence and risk factor data are also presented. Clinical data is described to differentiate between the disorders.

Speaker
Georgia L. Stevens, PhD, PMHCNS, BC

Speaker Disclosures: Janssen Pharmaceutica
There will be discussion of off-label use of a drug or product in this presentation.

Session Length
60 minutes

Session Objectives
Upon completion of this presentation, the participant will be able to:
1. Identify characteristics which differentiate delirium, dementia, and depression.
2. Describe the impact of medication side effects and somatic conditions.
3. Discuss how risk factors contribute to the problems.

Continuing Nursing Education
1.0 contact hours, upon completion of a post-test and evaluation.
Certificate generated online.

The American Psychiatric Nurses Association is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Copyright: June, 28, 2009
Release Date: September 1, 2009
Expiration Date: September 1, 2011