Table 3.
Frequency of Mention of Trigger Words or Antipsychotics in the Chart (n = 628)
| Category | n (%) | Association with DSM‐5 Delirium, Odds Ratio (95% CI) |
|---|---|---|
| Trigger word | ||
| Confus* | 55 (8.8) | 5.0 (2.7–9.1) |
| Disor* (including AO < 3) | 56 (8.9) | 5.7 (3.1–10.4) |
| RASS fluctuation (e.g., RASS −2 to +2) | 102 (16.2) | 6.8 (4.2–10.9) |
| Hallucinations/delusions | 11 (1.7) | 5.3 (1.4–20.1) |
| Antipsychotic | ||
| Dexmedetomidine | 3 (0.5) | 1.0 (0.9–10.6) |
| Haloperidol | 27 (4.3) | 4.1 (1.8–9.3) |
| Olanzapine | 3 (0.5) | 1.0 (0.9–10.6) |
| Quetiapine | 93 (14.8) | 2.9 (1.8–4.5) |
| Sleep aid/antipsychotic/sedative | ||
| Zopiclone | 108 (17.2) | 1.9 (1.3–3.0) |