This instructional module on confusion and the older adult is one in a block of 10 modules designed to provide the human services worker who works with older adults with basic information regarding the aging process. An introduction provides an overview of the module content. A listing of general objectives follows. Three sections present informative material on each of the three objectives. Topics are the meaning and signs of confusion, causes of confusion, and understanding the need for a proper assessment of individuals displaying signs of confusion and relating to the confused older adult (trust and respect, communication, familiarity with environment, sensory deficits, and companionship). Other contents include a summary and listings of selected readings. (YLB)