Certain subtypes of delirium may signal end of life for terminally ill patients with cancer
Hypoactive and mixed delirium in patients with cancer who are nearing the end of life indicate “imminent death,” according to…
delirium
Cystocerebral syndrome
Rapid recognition leads to a quick reversal. Takeaways: Assess the full medical history of patients on admission, including bowel and…
ICU delirium by proxy
In the intensive care unit (ICU), patients and families learn coping mechanisms to deal with stressful events and potential changes…
Managing delirium in hospitalized older adults
Lawrence Jeffries, age 78, is admitted to the hospital for an arthroplasty of the left hip. A retired roofer, he…
Managing delirium in the pediatric patient
A strategic, team approach ensures optimal results. Takeaways: Delirium may go unrecognized in pediatric patients. Strategies used to manage the…
Medical alert: Delirium do’s and don’ts
Delirium is a state of confusion and altered level of consciousness that comes on suddenly and lasts for hours or even weeks before…
Recognizing, preventing, and managing delirium in hospital patients
Delirium affects 30% to 40% of hospitalized older adults but often goes unrecognized. This article discussed its pathophysiology and risk factors, assessment techniques, and preventative strategies.
Shhhhhh! Quiet zone
Nurses play a significant role in helping patients to get the sleep they need.
Study: New delirium severity measure
A study in the Annals of Internal Medicine reports on an effective new delirium severity measure (CAM-S) based on the…
The “Nu” way for nurses to screen for delirium
The right tool can make all the difference in proper screening for delirium. Takeaways: The Nursing Delirium Screen Scale (NuDESC)…
