Missouri medicine
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Community acquired pneumonia is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. The American Thoracic Society, Infectious Disease Society of America and the British Thoracic Society have furnished very comprehensive guidelines for the evaluation and management of this disease. This article reviews and summarizes the important issues in the etiology, diagnosis and community acquired pneumonia.
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Delirium is a serious complication of physical illness that is commonly seen in the elderly individuals admitted to the hospital. It is associated with increased mortality, increased length of stay in the hospital, institutionalization and other complications. ⋯ There is increasing evidence suggesting that primary prevention of delirium is the most effective treatment strategy. This article presents current management for prevention and management of delirium.