Delirium Observation Screening Scale (form + instructions)
Delirium is one of the most frequent forms of psychopathology in elderly patients and inpatients at the end-of life. Delirium develops in a short period of time and symptoms fluctuate during the day. The Delirium Observation Screening Scale is a 13-item observational scale of verbal and nonverbal behavior. The observations can be done during regular care. To optimize recognition of delirium, recording of observations per shift is important.
Reproduced here with the permission of Marieke Schuurmans.
See Schuurmans MJ, Shortridge-Baggett, L.M., Duursma, S.A.,. 2003. The delirium observation screening scale: a screening instrument for delirium. Research in Theory and Nursing Practice 17: 31–50
Delirium Observation Screening Scale (form + instructions)
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