Altered Mental Status

• 2024

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Upon completion of this module, learners will be able to: * Define Altered Mental Status (AMS) * Communicate levels of consciousness (articulate terminology, convey acuity, calculate GCS) * List a differential diagnosis for AMS using available mnemonics or memory aids * Construct a list of possible labs/work-up for AMS * Consider issues related to safe disposition from the ED

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Hazard: Everyday Emergency

Audience: Physicians

Emergency Management Stages: Response; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Consciousness Disorders; Mental Status Schedule; Consciousness; Emergency Service, Hospital; Mental Status and Dementia Tests

Institutions: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia; Pediatric Pandemic Network (PPN)

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