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[quote=Anonymous]He had a stroke. He probably suffered mild brain damage. His judgement is comprised, hence the messing with catheter and drinking. He may continue to have smaller strokes that are not noticed expect for further decline. His cognitive abilities are compromised. The drinking is a symptom of this. He also needs to be tested for a UTI. Symptoms of a UTI can look like dementia and/or cause violent behavior. If the UTI isn't discovered, patients can end up being committed to psych wards being misdiagnosed as having severe mental health issues. The risk of infection can come from the bag not properly being attached to the tube. Urine will build up in the tube which then blocks or forces the urine back into his body. UTIs are common silent killers of the elderly. [/quote]
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