• J Nurs Care Qual · Oct 2008

    Use of the acute confusion protocol: a research utilization project.

    • Ann Kratz.
    • Aurora Medical Center, Washington County, Hartford, Wisconsin, USA. ann.kratz@aurora.org
    • J Nurs Care Qual. 2008 Oct 1;23(4):331-7.

    AbstractThis evidence-based project was undertaken to implement research-based preventive protocols to decrease the negative outcomes associated with delirium/acute confusion. After implementation, the medical-surgical unit experienced a 62% reduction in falls and a 100% decrease in sitter usage the first year. The use of medications known to cause acute confusion was decreased by more than 50%. Since implementation, the fall rate as well as the use of restraints has decreased by 25%.

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