Abstract
Delirium is a complex syndrome that can affect many patients resulting in adverse outcomes. The use of a delirium assessment tool assists in the identification of delirium. The aim of this project was to determine whether delirium education and the use of a validated assessment tool can assist in the early identification of delirium.
Sigma Membership
Non-member
Type
DNP Capstone Project
Format Type
Text-based Document
Study Design/Type
Other
Research Approach
Translational Research/Evidence-based Practice
Keywords:
Delirium, Confusion Assessment Method, Delirium Assessment
Advisor
John Schmidt
Second Advisor
Lydia L. Forsythe
Third Advisor
Sandra Gibson
Degree
DNP
Degree Grantor
Capella University
Degree Year
2016
Recommended Citation
Valazza, Veronica, "Delirium assessment in the medical-surgical population: A quality improvement project" (2017). DNP and Student Works. 239.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/dnps/239
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Review Type
None: Degree-based Submission
Acquisition
Self-submission
Date of Issue
2017-01-11
Full Text of Presentation
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