Annals of internal medicine
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Delirium is an acute disorder marked by impairments in attention and cognition, caused by an underlying medical problem. Antipsychotics are used to prevent delirium, but their benefits and harms are unclear. ⋯ Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. (PROSPERO: CRD42018109552).
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Delirium is common in hospitalized patients and is associated with worse outcomes. Antipsychotics are commonly used; however, the associated benefits and harms are unclear. ⋯ Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. (PROSPERO: CRD42018109552).