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2017 in Review: Progress toward Delirium Prevention

Posted on February 9, 2018April 23, 2018 by NIDUS Blogger

This post was contributed by Heidi Lindroth, PhD Candidate, RN, University of Wisconsin-Madison, School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Anesthesiology School of Nursing. Let’s ring in the New Year 2018 with a review of research from 2017 focused on delirium prevention. Often, when I talk to others about the confusion and distress experienced by […]

Featured Article: Using Simulated Family Presence to Reduce Agitation

Posted on February 2, 2018February 2, 2018 by nidus_delirium

Family visitation in the hospital can be a huge source of comfort to patients during their stay, particularly elderly patients. Loved ones can bring a sense of familiarity and relief from the stress and fear of being in the hospital. In fact, family visitation may provide more impact than just the comfort it brings patients. […]