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NREMT Advanced EMT

Category - Medical Knowledge

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You have been sent on a call where a man is behaving oddly. People are telling you that the patient suddenly seemed to have disorganized thoughts and is confused. What may this patient be suffering?

Catatonia
Delirium
Paranoia
Agnosia

Explanation

Answer - B - A patient who seems to suddenly be suffering from disorganized thoughts and confusion is suffering delirium. The condition is characterized by rapid onset of widespread disorganized thought or confusion. It is caused by medical problems, substance intoxication, or withdrawal, or it may have multiple etiologies.

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