Delirium is classified on the basis of etiology, duration, and severity. Hyperactive delirium is defined as increased psychomotor activity, which may occur with increased mood lability, agitation, non cooperative attitude towards medical treatment. Hypoactive delirium is explained by a hypoactive level of psychomotor activity, which may exist along with increased lethargy or stupor, inattentiveness and motor slowness and is much more common among ICU admitted patients with severe disease.
Delirium classification
Amnesia classification
Psychosis classification
Delirium diagnostic criteria
Amnesia classification scheme
Headache classification
Alcohol withdrawal classification
Anxiety classification