Use of the confusion assessment method in multicentre delirium trials: training and standardisation

Use of the confusion assessment method in multicentre delirium trials: training and standardisation

Abstract Background Delirium occurs commonly in older adults and is associated with adverse outcomes. Multicentre clinical trials evaluating interventions to prevent delirium are needed. The Confusion Assessment Method (CAM) is a validated instrument for delirium detection. We hypothesised it would...

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Main Authors: John R. Green, Jane Smith, Elizabeth Teale, Michelle Collinson, Michael S. Avidan, Eva M. Schmitt, Sharon K. Inouye, John Young
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-04-01
Series:BMC Geriatrics
Subjects:
Delirium
Confusion assessment method
Multicentre studies
Training
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12877-019-1129-8

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