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Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Critical Care Nursing

Background:

  • Delirium in hospitalized children is frequently underrecognized.
  • It manifests as agitation, lethargy, or altered mental status, posing risks like self-harm and tube dislodgement.
  • Pediatric delirium is linked to increased mortality, morbidity, and posttraumatic stress disorder.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the significance of delirium in pediatric hospitalizations.
  • To emphasize the critical role of pediatric nurses in recognizing and managing delirium.
  • To advocate for evidence-based nursing interventions for delirium prevention and treatment.

Main Methods:

  • This is a review and synthesis of existing knowledge on pediatric delirium.
  • Focuses on clinical presentation, risks, and nursing management strategies.
  • Highlights the importance of non-pharmacological interventions.

Main Results:

  • Delirium is a serious complication associated with poor outcomes in children.
  • Pediatric nurses are pivotal in identifying and managing delirium.
  • Non-pharmacological interventions are key components of excellent nursing care for delirium.

Conclusions:

  • Pediatric nurses are essential in preventing and treating delirium.
  • Effective nursing care, including non-pharmacological strategies, can mitigate the risks and consequences of pediatric delirium.
  • Recognizing delirium is vital for improving hospitalized children's clinical status and overall well-being.