Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board (ILETSB) Practice Exam

The two main triggers of Excited Delirium syndrome are indeed acute drug use and psychiatric illness. Excited Delirium is characterized by extreme agitation, confusion, and potentially violent behavior, often leading to a medical emergency.

Acute drug use can include the use of stimulants such as cocaine, methamphetamine, or other illicit substances, which can significantly alter an individual's mental state and physiological responses, leading to the symptoms associated with Excited Delirium. Additionally, individuals with underlying psychiatric illness may have a predisposition to experiencing heightened episodes of agitation and disorientation when faced with stress or provocation, further exacerbating the risk of developing Excited Delirium.

In contrast, the other options, such as chronic drug use, environmental stress, noise pollution, and general environmental changes, do not align with the primary understanding of the triggers for the syndrome in the medical and law enforcement communities. Chronic drug use might lead to different health issues over time, but it's not typically a direct trigger for Excited Delirium in the acute sense. Environmental factors like noise pollution can impact stress levels but are not considered primary triggers for the syndrome itself. Understanding these specific triggers is crucial for effective response and intervention by law enforcement and medical personnel in emergency situations