Barriers and facilitators to the delivery of delirium care in intensive care units: an analysis informed by the Theoretical Domains Framework.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Delirium is common in patients who are critically ill and associated with increased mortality and long-term cognitive impairment. The objective of this study was to explore the barriers and facilitators to the use of existing ICU delirium identification tools and implementation of care protocols.

Methods

Semi-structured interviews were conducted with healthcare professionals working in UK NHS ICUs. Purposive sampling was utilised to recruit a diverse range of participants to account for profession; user status of delirium identification tools or care packages; size of unit; and UK location. Thematic analysis was undertaken using the Theoretical Domains Framework.

Results

Twenty-one ICU healthcare professionals were interviewed from 20 hospitals. Participa

SUBMITTER: Parslow RM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12803597 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature