agitation (redirected from agitated)

agitation /ag·i·ta·tion/ (aj″ĭ-ta´shun) excessive, purposeless cognitive and motor activity or restlessness, usually associated with a state of tension or anxiety. Called also psychomotor a.

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agitation,

a state of chronic restlessness and increased psychomotor activity generally observed as an expression of emotional tension and characterized by purposeless, restless activity. Pacing, talking, crying, and laughing sometimes are characteristic and may serve to release nervous tension associated with anxiety, fear, or other mental stress. agitate, v.

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agitation,

n 1. the shaking of a substance, either for mixing ingredients or to remove debris or buildup from an object within the substance, such as a removable oral prosthetic.
2. the intentional, usually mild, disturbance of the skin, mucosa, or other surface (e.g., with a wooden interdental cleaner or probe instrument) to determine if infection or disease is present. If agitated surfaces bruise or bleed easily, or are otherwise disrupted (e.g., develop a lesion), the presence of a pathologic condition should be suspected.
3. a psychosomatic condition represented by uncontrollable or excessive body movements. The psychologic aspect may often indicate the presence of unresolved stress.

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agitation

Neurology A state of restless anxiety Clinical ↑ nonpurposeful motor activity, usually associated with internal tension–eg, ants in pants, fidgeting, pacing, pulling of clothes

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Patient discussion about agitated.

Q. i have restless legs at night . could someone help me with what meds i should take

A. It sounds to me like you have Restless legs syndrome (RLS). The most distinctive or unusual aspect of the condition is that lying down and trying to relax activates the symptoms. As a result, most people with RLS have difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep. I've heard that the way to treat RLS, with mild to moderate symptoms, is prevention. Certain lifestyle changes and activities can reduce or eliminate symptoms. Decreased use of caffeine, alcohol, and tobacco may provide some relief. Sometimes Physicians suggest that patients take iron, folate, and magnesium supplements. There are also a variety of medications that can be used to treat RLS, however, as most of these medications require prescriptions, I suggest you go see your Dr. about this condition.