Abstract
A description of the effects of delirium on attention is provided. Nursing implications pertinent to appropriate assessment for attention deficits, interventions to maintain patient safety, and discharge planning for the older adult with persistent delirium are also discussed.
Publication types
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Case Reports
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
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Review
MeSH terms
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Aged
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Aged, 80 and over
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Delirium / diagnosis
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Delirium / nursing*
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Female
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Geriatric Assessment / methods*
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Humans
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Needs Assessment / organization & administration
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Nurse's Role
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Nursing Assessment / methods*
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Patient Care Planning
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Patient Discharge*
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Risk Assessment / methods
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Safety Management