An 82-year-old man arrives at the emergency department accompanied by his daughter due to severe agitation, disorientation, and visual hallucinations that began acutely hours ago. He repeatedly points to the corner of the room, claiming that intruders are hiding there. His daughter notes that over the past years, he has developed mild forgetfulness, such as occasionally misplacing his keys, but he has always remained independent in his daily activities. His medical history includes hypertension, osteoarthritis, and major depressive disorder. His daily medications include lisinopril and fluoxetine. Two weeks ago, he was prescribed tramadol for worsening knee pain. Vital signs show a temperature of (), blood pressure of , and a heart rate of . Physical examination reveals no focal neurologic deficits, normal muscle tone, and absent clonus. He is unable to recite the months of the year backward. Laboratory testing reveals a thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) level of (normal: ) and free thyroxine (T4) of (normal: ). Urinalysis is positive for leukocyte esterase, nitrites, and numerous leukocytes. What is the most accurate diagnosis for this patient's current presentation?
- ASerotonin syndrome
- BBrief psychotic disorder
- Delirium due to another medical conditionCevap
- DSubstance/medication-induced bipolar and related disorder
- EPsychotic disorder due to hypothyroidism