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. […]
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“Writing and Publishing your Delirium Research: Practical Tips from an Editor” Webinar
NIDUS 2018 Career Development Webinar Series presents… Writing and Publishing Your Delirium Research: Practical Tips from an Editor Donna Fick, PhD, RN, FGSA, FAAN Elouise Ross Eberly Endowed Professor, Penn State College of Nursing Director, Center of Geriatric Nursing Excellence Editor, Journal of Gerontological Nursing Leader, NIDUS Mentorship and Career Development Task Force Wednesday, February […]
Long-term Cognitive Impairment after ICU Delirium: Common but Under-Recognized
Case example Sandra, a 75 year old single female, was found lying on the floor of her home by her long-time neighbor. She was not oriented to who she was, where she lived, or the year. She was brought to the emergency room and found to have a urinary tract infection, sepsis (a blood infection), […]
ADS’ 8th Annual Meeting: Call For Proposals
Consider submitting a symposium, workshop or roundtable proposal, or oral or poster presentation abstract for the 8th Annual American Delirium Society Meeting, June 10-12 in San Francisco CA! This is a great meeting to share your work, learn, and network with others in the field. Please see below or visit the ADS 2018 website (http://americandeliriumsociety.org/ads-2018) […]