Delirium vs. Dementia → You HAVE to know these differences! Many students get these mixed up while learning, so here are the main points to remember: 🧠Dementia (Alzheimer’s is a form of dementia & other forms exist, too!) is a chronic and progressive loss of memory and cognitive function over time. It cannot be reversed. 🚨Delirium is a medical emergency! This presents as a RAPID change in mental status, orientation, mood, or behavior. If it’s recognized quickly, it CAN be reversed! ⭐Always rem