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Grief vs Depression Differentiation — SCE Palliative Medicine MCQ

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A palliative patient has persistent delirium after reversible causes are addressed. Which low-dose haloperidol maintenance range is recommended?

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Correct answer: E — Haloperidol 0.5–3 mg orally or 2 mg SC once daily

Explanation lettering: E = shown as A · A = shown as B · B = shown as C · C = shown as D · D = shown as E

D is correct. Maintenance uses the lowest effective dose: 0.5–3 mg orally or 2 mg SC once daily, after reversible causes are managed.

Reference: Scottish Palliative Care Guidelines: delirium: https://rightdecisions.scot.nhs.uk/scottish-palliative-care-guidelines/symptom-management/delirium/