A new study finds that older heart-surgery patients who exhibit postoperative delirium are commonly given antipsychotic medications, despite little to no supportive research.
Postoperative delirium is the rapid but temporary change in mental function that occurs in some patients after surgery. The condition can lead to confusion, agitation, thought disorganization, aggression or excessive sleepiness. It is the most common complication in older adults after surgery, particularly after heart...
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source https://psychcentral.com/news/2018/08/22/antipsychotic-use-discouraged-for-older-adults-with-post-operative-delirium/138055.html
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