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Which of the following screening tools would be appropriate to use for an older adult long term care patient with dementia who is suspected of having delirium?

Delirium affects up to 60% of older adults in long term care settings, a significant portion of whom also have dementia [2]. Accurately assessing for delirium in this population is critical for early detection and intervention. This article explores which of the following screening tools would be appropriate to use for an older adult long term care patient with dementia who is suspected of having delirium.