Nurses' and physicians' perceptions of Confusion Assessment Method for the intensive care unit for delirium detection: focus group study

ConclusionIn this study, ICU nurses and physicians raised a number of concerns regarding the use of the CAM‐ICU for delirium detection. It might be necessary to revalidate the instrument as ICU care has changed in recent years, with lighter sedation and early mobilization of patients. We recommend that nurses and physicians receive more training in the use of the CAM‐ICU to address some of the issues identified in our study. Relevance to clinical practiceThere is a need for ongoing training and clearer guidelines on how to proceed with the delirium screening of non‐sedated patients.

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Source: Nursing in Critical Care - August 31, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Marie Oxenb øll‐Collet, Ingrid Egerod, Vibeke Christensen, Jeannette Jensen, Thordis Thomsen Tags: Research Source Type: research