Hospital Delirium: How Comfort Keepers Can Help

Hospital delirium is a condition that impacts senior patients at a higher rate compared to other age groups. Given that your hospital may already be facing resource strain, Comfort Keepers can provide valuable assistance through our compassionate in-facility care.

Comfort Keepers offers a solution to this challenging condition by providing specialized care in hospitals and senior facilities. Our trained caregivers have extensive experience in managing hospital delirium and can support patients suffering from this condition. Our compassionate in-facility care includes regular check-ins, assistance with daily activities, emotional support, and engaging companionship.

By partnering with Comfort Keepers, your hospital can ensure that senior patients with hospital delirium receive personalized care tailored to their specific needs. This not only enhances their overall well-being but also helps to minimize the occurrence and severity of complications associated with the condition.

What is Hospital Delirium?

Hospital delirium, also known as acute confusional state, is a common and serious condition that often occurs in patients who are hospitalized, particularly in the elderly population. It is characterized by a sudden and rapid onset of confusion, disorientation, and changes in cognitive function. Patients with delirium may experience disturbances in their attention, memory, thinking, and perception.

There are several potential causes of hospital delirium, including medication side effects, underlying medical conditions, infections, metabolic abnormalities, and sleep deprivation. Additionally, factors such as advanced age, pre-existing dementia, and a history of alcohol or substance abuse can increase the risk of developing delirium.

Hospital delirium can have a significant impact on the well-being and recovery of patients. It can prolong hospital stays, lead to functional decline, increase the risk of falls and complications, and even result in long-term cognitive impairment. Delirium is often underrecognized and underdiagnosed, which can delay appropriate management and intervention.

Prevention and management strategies for hospital delirium involve a multi-faceted approach that includes early identification, assessment, and treatment of underlying causes. Measures such as ensuring a suitable environment, promoting sleep hygiene, providing support for sensory impairments, and engaging in cognitive stimulation can help prevent and manage delirium.

How In-Facility Caregivers Can Support Your Patients and Staff

Our non-medical caregivers are crucial in supporting your patients and staff with compassionate care and support. These dedicated individuals are trained to provide emotional and practical assistance, ensuring that the needs of your patients and staff are met.

One of the main ways our caregivers can support your patients is by providing companionship and emotional support. They understand the challenges that patients face and are skilled at listening and offering empathetic support. Our caregivers can engage patients in meaningful conversations and cognitive stimulation, help alleviate their feelings of loneliness and isolation, and provide a sense of comfort and reassurance.

Additionally, our caregivers can assist patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation. They are trained to maintain a safe and clean environment, ensuring that patients are comfortable and their needs are met.?

In terms of supporting your staff, our caregivers can collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans. They can communicate any concerns, observations, or changes in the patient's condition to the staff, ensuring that the appropriate actions are taken and alleviating some of the burdens from your busy staff.

Partner With Comfort Keepers to Combat Hospital Delirium

Partnering with Comfort Keepers can be valuable in combating hospital delirium among your senior patients. Our team of caregivers is specially trained to provide personalized care tailored to each patient's specific needs, including those experiencing delirium. By working closely with healthcare professionals and staff, we support the total well-being of patients in your facility by easing the symptoms of hospital delirium and helping to prevent it altogether. Contact us today to learn more about how we can work together for seniors in need.