Multiple Choice
When making a distinction as to whether an elderly patient has confusion related to delirium or another problem,what information would be of particular value?
A) Evidence of spasticity or flaccidity
B) The patient's level of motor activity
C) Medications the patient has taken recently
D) Level of preoccupation with somatic symptoms
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