10 Aspiration Pneumonia Symptoms
Confusion and Dizziness
As aspiration pneumonia gets more serious and people are not able to getting enough air to their brains, they may begin to act confused or become dizzy. They may not understand where they are or what's happening around them.
Older people with pneumonia are particularly vulnerable to disorientation. If a person suddenly begins to have slurred speech, loses their coordination or becomes confused, they should see a doctor immediately.3‘Pneumonia.’ Nhs.uk, 23 Oct. 2017, www.nhs.uk/conditions/pneumonia
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