Detecting Delirium Using a Physiologic Monitor.

For the past 2500 years, delirium has been described based on the presence of behavioral symptoms. Each year, as many as 1 in 5 acute care and 80% of critically ill patients develop delirium. The United States spends approximately $164 million annually to combat the associated consequences of delirium.

The effects of emotional states and traits on time perception.

Background: Models of time perception share an element of scalar expectancy theory known as the internal clock, containing specific mechanisms by which the brain is able to experience time passing and function effectively. A debate exists about whether to treat factors that influence these internal clock mechanisms (e.g.

Personality correlates of adherence with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP).

Introduction: Adherence with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has been problematic. Understanding the factors associated with nonadherence may assist with psychosocial interventions.

Objective: The objective of this study was to examine the relationship between adherence and three measures of personality and coping strategies.