Effects of uncomfortable care and histamine H2-antagonists on delirium in acute stroke: A propensity score analysis.

Background And Purpose: Uncomfortable care and histamine H2 antagonist (H2A) are implicated in precipitating delirium. In acute stroke, however, the need for them depends on stroke severity, an established risk factor for delirium. So, it is unclear whether care or H2A itself is responsible for delirium.

Development of a clinical score, PANDA, to predict delirium in stroke care unit.

Background And Purpose: Delirium frequently complicates acute stroke and worsens outcomes. Because delirium is potentially preventable, predicting its occurrence is essential. Although several prediction scores have been proposed, nurses need to quickly predict delirium in stroke care units (SCUs).