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Oct 13, 2025

5 min

What is the prevalence and detection of delirium in elderly emergency department patients?

Multiple studies indicate that the prevalence of delirium in elderly emergency department (ED) patients can range from 7% to over 30%, yet a significant majority of these cases are missed by medical staff. This disparity in detecting delirium in elderly ED patients highlights a critical area for improving clinical practice and patient outcomes.

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Oct 10, 2025

3 min

What screening tools may the nurse utilize to collect data regarding delirium?

Delirium is a common and serious neuropsychiatric syndrome, with some reports indicating it affects up to 80% of patients in intensive care units. Given the significant impact on patient outcomes, understanding what screening tools may the nurse utilize to collect data regarding delirium is a critical competency.

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