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No better after treatment

Illustrated Story B21, with a text transcript.

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Eight-panel illustrated story, No better after treatment. Victor, an older Chinese British man, remains confused after initial treatment. His daughter asks what has improved. The doctor reviews the illness, medicines, pain and new problems, and plans to seek further advice. Everyday care continues. His daughter asks what remains uncertain, and a further discussion is arranged. Footer: When delirium persists, ask what needs checking again.

When delirium continues, it is reasonable to ask for another explanation of the plan. Has the original illness improved? Could medicines, pain or a new problem be contributing? What has been checked, and what happens next?

When delirium lasts a long time, there is not always an untreated cause that can be put right quickly. Continuing uncertainty still needs clear communication, ongoing care and review. Ask when you will next have an update and whom to contact if the person worsens.

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Story text

  1. Panel 1. The first treatment is finished. Victor is still confused.

  2. Panel 2.

    • Amy: What has improved, and what hasn’t?

  3. Panel 3.

    • Doctor: We need to review his illness again.

  4. Panel 4. Medicines, pain and new problems are checked.

  5. Panel 5.

    • Doctor: I’ll ask for further advice.

  6. Panel 6. Everyday care continues.

  7. Panel 7.

    • Amy: What remains uncertain?

  8. Panel 8.

    • Doctor: Let’s discuss the findings together tomorrow.

Bottom band. When delirium persists, ask what needs checking again.

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