The confusion typically lasts for only a short period of time.

But his confusion lasted no more than a second.

If the confusion lasts longer than 10 minutes, call the doctor.

Bouchet's confusion lasted for perhaps a second and a half, no longer.

But the confusion would not last long.

They probably thought he was a neighbor and would have to shine him on, but Pike knew their confusion wouldn't last.

Her confusion lasted only a moment; recognition following swiftly.

My confusion lasted no more than a moment, however.

The patient is often confused, but this confusion typically lasts for only a short period of time.