Delirium Management
Description This course provides an overview of the management of delirium, including risk-reduction strategies and implementation of the ABCDE bundle. Nursing considerations, interventions, and documentation are also included. This course is a companion to Delirium Assessment. Note: This course is delivered without audio narration. Continuing Education Credit This course qualifies for 0.5 contact hours, which can be earned on this course until December 1, 2017. Objectives After completing this course, the learner will be able to: describe strategies that a nurse can implement to reduce the risk factors for delirium in critically ill patients. identify specific interventions appropriate for the management of delirium. differentiate among the components of the ABCDE bundle. discuss actions that can be integrated into nursing practice to reduce delirium in critically ill patients.