4th September 2020

A 62-year-old man was admitted to an orthopaedic ward three days ago, for surgical management of a fractured femur

A 62-year-old man was admitted to an orthopaedic ward three days ago, for surgical management of a fractured femur, an injury he sustained in a road traffic accident. His past medical history includes alcohol excess, and he has had several A&E attendances for acute alcohol intoxication. You are called to review him in the morning, as he has been agitated on the ward, shouting at staff and other patients, and appears to be seeing things others cannot.

Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.