The Stop delirium! project used interactive teaching methods to help staff recognise and take action to prevent delirium. Imogen Featherstone, Ann Hopton and Najma Siddiqi examine the effectiveness of the training
This article describes delirium and explains why its prevention is important. An enhanced educational package that was developed with care home staff to prevent delirium is outlined. The challenges and successes of the project are highlighted. Case studies and resources to enable healthcare workers to learn about delirium and take action to prevent it are provided.
Nursing Older People. 22, 4, 16-21. doi: 10.7748/nop2010.05.22.4.16.c7732
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