An older client has become very confused since being hospitalized earlier in the week.Prior to this illness,the client exhibited clear thought processing and was able to maintain an independent lifestyle.How should the nurse document this mental state?

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Delirium is a sudden onset of confusion, which is often reversible and due to an underlying medical condition such as an infection or medication side effect. Sundown syndrome refers to increased confusion and agitation in the evening, and dementia is a progressive decline in cognitive functioning over time. Reversible confusion is not a recognized diagnosis. Therefore, the best choice to document this mental state is C) delirium.

An Older Client Has Become Very Confused Since Being Hospitalized