Delirium in Older Adults: Recognition, Risk, and Prevention

Sudden confusion in older adults can be alarming. It can also be a sign of delirium, a condition that is more common and more serious than many realize. In this session, we’ll break down what delirium is and who is most at risk. Most importantly, we’ll equip you with actionable prevention strategies to better protect yourself and the seniors you care about. This informative presentation will be facilitated by:

• Dr. Savannah Forrester, Emergency Department Physician at Victoria General Hospital and Royal Jubilee Hospital. She completed a year of specialized Geriatric Emergency training through the University of Toronto and is Medical Lead for Seniors Health in Acute care with Island Health.
• Andrea Rantucci, RN, Senior Specialist, Island Health, Seniors Strategic Network
• Lorna Jayne Harmer-Demay, RN, Seniors Health Practice Resource Clinician, Island Health, Seniors Strategic Network

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