ArticleHealthcare (Basel, Switzerland)2026
Nurses' Knowledge and Practices Regarding Delirium Management in Intensive Care Units in Cyprus: A Cross-Sectional Study.
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backgroundDelirium is a frequent and serious complication in intensive care units (ICUs), associated with increased mortality, prolonged mechanical ventilation, extended length of stay, and long-term cognitive impairment. This study aimed to assess ICU nurses' knowledge and practices regarding delirium management in Cyprus and to identify predictors of knowledge.
methodsA cross-sectional study was conducted among nurses working in adult ICUs in Cyprus. Data were collected using a structured self-administered questionnaire that included demographic characteristics, sedation and analgesia practices, and an adapted Delirium Knowledge Questionnaire incorporating ICU-specific items.
resultsA total of 70 ICU nurses participated, most of whom were female (60%) with a mean ICU experience of 5.1 years. Only 27.1% reported daily delirium screening, although 65.2% perceived delirium as frequent. Sedation protocols were reported by 34.3%, sedation scales were used by 44.3%, and daily sedation interruption by 61.4%. Only 15.7% had received formal delirium training, while 87.1% expressed the need for further education. Knowledge scores were moderate to high (68.5-84.0%), with higher scores among nurses with prior training and female nurses (
conclusionsAlthough ICU nurses demonstrated moderate knowledge of delirium, systematic screening and protocolized management remain suboptimal. Structured education and standardized implementation strategies are required to strengthen patient safety in critical care settings.
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