What delirium detection tools are used in routine clinical practice in the United Kingdom? Survey results from 91% of acute healthcare organisations.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Our aim was to collect information on delirium assessment processes and pathways in non-intensive care settings in the United Kingdom (UK).

Methods

We sent a Freedom of Information request to 169 UK National Health Service (NHS) hospitals, trusts and health boards (units) in July 2020 to obtain data on usage of delirium assessment tools in clinical practice and delirium pathways or guidelines.

Results

We received responses from 154/169 units (91% response rate). Of these, 146/154 (95%) units reported use of formal delirium assessment processes and 131/154 (85%) units had guidelines or pathways in place. The 4'A's Test (4AT) was the most widely used tool, with 117/146 (80%) units reporting use. The Confusion Assessment Method was used in 65/146 (45%) units, and

SUBMITTER: Tieges Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8626368 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature