Epidemiology and assessments of delirium in nursing homes and rehabilitation facilities: a cross-country perspective.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Delirium represents a significant healthcare challenge in long-term care settings. This study aims to investigate the epidemiology of delirium in long-term care facilities (LTCFs) across various countries, examining point prevalence and assessment methods.

Methods

This descriptive analysis included data from 94 surveys conducted in LTCFs on World Delirium Awareness Day (WDAD), March 15th, 2023. Group comparisons were made between rehabilitation facilities (RFs) and nursing homes (NHs).

Results

Of the participating units/wards, primarily from Europe and Australia, 65 were RFs and 29 were NHs. The overall reported delirium point prevalence was approximately 12%, with higher rates in RFs than in NHs. While most units/wards reported using a validated delirium dete

SUBMITTER: Ornago AM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12743668 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature