Abstract
Background: Delirium in older adults is common, but there is evidence that programs utilizing a set of non-pharmacologic interventions are effective in preventing it. Early recognition and delirium prevention programs may save lives and reduce healthcare costs.
Problem: Hospitalized older adults have special needs that can be addressed using evidence-based clinical practice. However, hospital nurses may lack the competency to care for patients at risk of developing delirium and can benefit from a delirium educational training program.
Design: The development of an Education program.
Methods: Critical content was identified, synthesized from the literature and developed into a curriculum outline. A panel of delirium/gerontology experts validated the content.
Significance of the Project: The validation of evidence-based content provides an opportunity to transform the education of nurses who care for patients at risk of developing delirium.
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Background: Delirium in older adults is common, but there is evidence that programs utilizing a set of non-pharmacologic interventions are effective in preventing it. Early recognition and delirium prevention programs may save lives and reduce healthcare costs.
Problem: Hospitalized older adults have special needs that can be addressed using evidence-based clinical practice. However, hospital nurses may lack the competency to care for patients at risk of developing delirium and can benefit from a delirium educational training program.
Design: The development of an Education program.
Methods: Critical content was identified, synthesized from the literature and developed into a curriculum outline. A panel of delirium/gerontology experts validated the content.
Significance of the Project: The validation of evidence-based content provides an opportunity to transform the education of nurses who care for patients at risk of developing delirium.
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Background: Delirium in older adults is common, but there is evidence that programs utilizing a set of non-pharmacologic interventions are effective in preventing it. Early recognition and delirium prevention programs may save lives and reduce healthcare costs.
Problem: Hospitalized older adults have special needs that can be addressed using evidence-based clinical practice. However, hospital nurses may lack the competency to care for patients at risk of developing delirium and can benefit from a delirium educational training program.
Design: The development of an Education program.
Methods: Critical content was identified, synthesized from the literature and developed into a curriculum outline. A panel of delirium/gerontology experts validated the content.
Significance of the Project: The validation of evidence-based content provides an opportunity to transform the education of nurses who care for patients at risk of developing delirium.
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