Development of a non-pharmacologic delirium management bundle in paediatric intensive care units.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Non-pharmacologic interventions might be effective to reduce the incidence of delirium in pediatric intensive care units (PICU).

Aim

To explore expert opinions and generate informed consensus decisions regarding the content of a non-pharmacologic delirium bundle to manage delirium in PICU patients.

Study design

A two-round online Delphi study was conducted from February to April 2021. PICU experts (nurses, physicians, researchers, physical therapists, play specialists, and occupational therapists) located in Europe, North America, South America, Asia, and Australia participated.

Results

We developed a questionnaire based on the outcomes of a comprehensive literature search in the domains: 1) cognition support; 2) sleep support; and 3) physical activi

SUBMITTER: Stenkjaer RL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10084175 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature