Delirium and the older person

Course Overview

This 3 hour interactive course uses case based scenarios to explore delirium in the older person.

Target Audience

Nurses aged care workers

Learning Objectives

Participants will learn about the 3 types of delirium know the risk factors for delirium and how to identify signs and potential causes. They learn about pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions that may help manage delirium.

Business Outcomes

By understanding delirium in the older person nurses are able to initiate and support appropriate interventions and treatment promoting optimal patient care and outcomes.