Moving
Early and frequent activity supports delirium prevention by promoting this.
What is mobility?
This assessment tool should be used regularly to guide pain management.
What is the pain scale?
Ensuring regular fluid intake helps prevent this delirium risk factor.
What is dehydration?
A calm, well-lit space helps reduce this symptom.
What is confusion?
Prolonged bedrest increases the risk of this cognitive complication.
What is delirium?
Both untreated pain and excessive use of these medications increase delirium risk.
What are opioids?
Poor oral intake can lead to electrolyte imbalances affecting this organ.
That is the brain?
Frequent room changes increase the risk of this cognitive disorder.
What is delirium?
This interdisciplinary team member often supports safe mobilizaiton.
What is physiotherapy or occupational therapy?
The goal of pain management in delirium prevention is balance between relief and this.
What is avoiding over-sedation?
Assisting with meals supports delirium prevention by enabling this.
What is adequate nutrition?
Personal items and familiar objects promote this.
What is orientation?
Immobility contributes to delirium by impairing circulation, strength, and this body system.
What is the brain?
Facial grimacing, restlessness, and agitation may indicate unrecognized this.
What is pain?
Delirium risk increases when patients are unable to meet needs for fluids and this.
What is nutrition?
A chaotic environment can worsen agitation by over stimulating this.
What is the nervous system?