Altered Mental Status and Delirium in Pediatric Patients.
Seminars in neurology December 1, 2024 Ewa D Bieber, Heidi A B Smith, D Catherine Fuchs et al. 4 citations
Delirium in children can significantly impact their mental status, which encompasses consciousness, emotion, and cognition. Effective recognition of this serious neurocognitive disorder is enhanced by monitoring 50% of predisposing risks and using validated screening tools regularly. Clinicians must approach pediatric assessments with an understanding of cognitive and psychosocial development, ensuring alterations are clearly described. Management focuses on treating the underlying cause, preventing factors that could worsen the condition, and ensuring patient safety to mitigate the effects of delirium.