医院中谵妄老年患者的管理。

Managing delirious older adults in the hospital.

作者信息

Rosen S L

出版信息

Medsurg Nurs. 1994 Jun;3(3):181-9.

Abstract

Delirium is a common but underdiagnosed problem among hospitalized older adults. Delirium in this population has serious consequences and can contribute to the patient's demise. Consequently, understanding the nature of delirium in older adults is essential for safe clinical management. The delirious older adult requires physiological and environmental support, protection, judicious administration of medication, and diligent nursing care.

摘要

谵妄在住院老年人中是一个常见但诊断不足的问题。这一人群中的谵妄会产生严重后果，并可能导致患者死亡。因此，了解老年人谵妄的本质对于安全的临床管理至关重要。谵妄的老年人需要生理和环境支持、保护、合理用药以及精心的护理。