Delirium no paciente CTI

Abstract

Although it is poorly understood, delirium is a brain disorder characterized by an acute confusional state, which can manifest in various forms in the patient, especially in the Intensive Care Units. For a better treatment of the patients with delirium is necessary to know the prevalence within population, the risk factors, and the physiological and pharmacological mechanisms involved in the etiology. This work will help on the therapeutic approach based on scientific references.