Neurocognitive Disorders

This chapter discusses the prevalence, characteristics, risk factors, assessment, management, and short- and long-term neurologic outcomes for survivors of critical illness and critically ill survivors of COVID-19 including neurocognitive disorders with an emphasis on the role of delirium. The psychologist’s role in caring for survivors of critical illness is discussed along with coverage of integrative concepts that require collaboration between members of the interdisciplinary team. Interventions to improve outcomes are reviewed, including environmental management, tracking mental status, pharmacologic intervention, family intervention, and support and rehabilitation interventions are also reviewed. The chapter also discusses future goals and research to improve outcomes following critical illness.