The Neecham Confusion Scale and the Delirium Observation Screening Scale: Capacity to discriminate and ease of use in clinical practice
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Delirium is a frequent form of psychopathology in elderly hospitalized patients; it is a symptom of acute somatic illness. The consequences of delirium include high morbidity and mortality, lengthened hospital stay, and nursing home...
| Main Authors: | , |
|---|---|
| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
| Published: |
BMC
2007-03-01
|
| Series: | BMC Nursing |
| Online Access: | http://www.biomedcentral.com/1472-6955/6/3 |