Dementia vs. delirium
by Cathy Parkes April 23, 2021 Updated: July 13, 2022

Dementia vs delirium:
Dementia has slow onset, does NOT alter vital signs, and is irreversible.
Delirium has rapid onset, can alter vital signs and level of consciousness, and is reversible.
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