DOI: 10.1044/2024_persp-23-00296 ISSN: 2381-4764
Watch Out! It Is Not Delirium—It Is Wernicke's Aphasia!
Adithya Chandregowda, Emily J. Axelson, Heather M. ClarkPurpose:
This case report aims to raise awareness among health care professionals and students that acute onset Wernicke's aphasia could be misinterpreted as delirium. In such a context, a patient's psychological/emotional reactions (e.g., agitation, anger) to aphasia associated communication breakdowns can be mismanaged as primary psychiatric concerns.
Conclusion:
Preliminary suggestions for relevant clinical practice are offered.