Table 2.
Knowledge of delirium and related diagnosis, prevention, and treatment. For each question, the total number of responses are provided, as responses to the questionnaire were not mandatory.
| Correct Knowledge | Incorrect Knowledge | |
|---|---|---|
| Definition of delirium (n = 185) | 104 (56.2) | 81 (43.8) |
| Setting where delirium can occur (n = 194) | 166 (85.6) | 28 (14.4) |
| Utilization of delirium diagnostic tool (n = 183) | 86 (47.0) | 97 (53.0) |
| First-line therapy for hypoactive or hypokinetic delirium (n = 193) | 110 (57.0) | 83 (43.0) |
| First-line therapy for hyperactive or hyperkinetic delirium (n = 189) | 17 (9.0) | 172 (91.0) |
| Identification of contextual factors that can be delirium triggers (n = 193) | 29 (15.0) | 164 (85.0) |
| The role of a geriatrician-led team in mitigating acute delirium problems (n = 190) | 188 (98.9) | 2 (1.1) |
| Nurse’s role in delirium prevention (n = 191) | 186 (97.4) | 5 (2.6) |
| Family members should leave during an acute delirium episode (n = 193) | 156 (80.3) | 37 (19.2) |